Facebook Outlines New Measures to Protect the Integrity of the US Presidential Election

With the US election looming, Facebook has announced a range of additional measures to protect voters from manipulation.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 4, 2020

Facebook Provides an Overview of Content That it Looks to Exclude From Its Recommendation Surfaces

Facebook has provided some new insight into which Pages and posts it looks to exclude from its recommendation surfaces, like its 'Pages You May Like' and 'Suggested For You' listings. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 31, 2020

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A look at the recent top stories in social media and what they mean for marketers.

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Marketers Turn to Facebook and Instagram to Build Brand Awareness

Social Media Today readers share their most effective marketing goals for each platform. The first two polls show that brand awareness is the clear leader in Instagram and Facebook strategies.  

By Emma Wiltshire • Aug. 31, 2020

Facebook Adds Facebook Shop Tab, Expands Facebook and Instagram Shops to All US Businesses

Facebook has announced a range of updates for its new Shops options on both Facebook and Instagram.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 25, 2020

Instagram Adds New Prompt to Alert Users When They Seek to Share Private Posts and Stories

Instagram has added a new notification which will alert users when they go to share a private post with their connections.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 19, 2020

Instagram Replaces Nametag Codes with QR Codes to Help Quickly Connect Users

Instagram has added new QR codes for profiles, which will replace Nametag Codes, which Instagram launched in 2018.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 19, 2020

Instagram Rolls Out Suggested Posts at the End of Your Following Feed to All Users

Instagram is officially rolling out a new suggested content listing for when users reach the end of their main feed.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 19, 2020

Facebook Launches Voting Information Center as it Looks to Encourage 4 Million More Americans to Vote

Facebook has officially launched its new Voting Information Center, which will appear in user News Feeds in the US and provide official updates on how people can participate in the upcoming poll.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 13, 2020

Instagram Looks to Crackdown on Bots with New Review and ID Process

Instagram will now ask account owners to confirm their information when it detects potential bot activity in connection with their profile.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 13, 2020

Instagram Tests Reels Button on Lower Function Bar in Some Regions

Instagram is testing a new Reels button on the lower function bar, which would make Reels more of a focus.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 12, 2020

Instagram Launches its TikTok-Like 'Reels' Functionality in 50 New Regions

Instagram has announced the launch of its TikTok-like 'Reels' functionality in 50 new regions, including the US.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 5, 2020

Facebook Offers New, Free Training Sessions on Groups for Business, Messenger and More

Facebook continues its program of free business education lessons with new overviews of groups, Messenger and more.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 28, 2020

Facebook Offers Lucrative Deals to Prominent TikTok Creators Ahead of Wider Release of Instagram Reels

Facebook has offered a range of big name TikTok stars exclusive, lucrative deals to get them across to Instagram. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 28, 2020

Everything You Need to Know to Create Engaging Instagram Carousels [Infographic]

Multi-image posts on Instagram are the most engaging post type - here are some insights into how to create more compelling carousel posts.

By Robert Katai • July 27, 2020

Instagram Launches Personal Fundraisers to Provide Assistance for Businesses and Causes During COVID-19

Instagram is rolling out a new personal fundraisers option to help people and businesses raise money for selected causes amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 21, 2020

Instagram Shares Listing of Top Hashtags on Posts About Racial Injustice

Instagram has shared a listing of the most popular hashtags used on posts related to racial injustice to help users both track and participate in the conversation.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 20, 2020

Instagram Adds New 'Shop' Tab in Explore, the Next Stage of On-Platform Shopping

Instagram is rolling out a new 'Shop' section in its Explore discovery listings, the next stage in its eCommerce shift.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 16, 2020

Instagram's TikTok-Like 'Reels' Functionality will Be Launched in the US Next Month

With TikTok facing more scrutiny, Facebook is looking to take advantage, as users look for alternatives to maintain audience connection.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 16, 2020

Instagram Guides Brands Through Global Pandemic

As marketers adjust to a new way of life, Instagram makes significant efforts to guide brands through the global pandemic.

July 13, 2020

How to Get Started with Facebook and Instagram Shops

With Facebook gradually rolling out its new Shops option, here's an overview of how to set up your Facebook and/or Instagram Shop.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 13, 2020

Instagram Provides New Options to Manage How IGTV Previews Appear in the Main Feed and Discover

After recently expanding the listing options for IGTV content, Instagram has now also added new ways for IGTV creators to manage how their content is displayed.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 9, 2020

Instagram Gives All Users the Option to Pin Post Comments

After testing it out over the last few months, Instagram will now enable all users to pin up to three comments on their posts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 7, 2020

Instagram Launches Test of New 'Shops' Tab with Selected Users

Instagram has launched a global test of its new Shops tab, which, eventually, will make it easier for users to buy direct from businesses in the app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 7, 2020

Instagram Launches TikTok-Like 'Reels' Functionality in India

With TikTok shut down in India, Instagram is seizing the opportunity, releasing its TikTok-like clone 'Reels' in the Indian market.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 6, 2020

How to Design Compelling Facebook and Instagram Ads That Convert [Infographic]

Looking to improve your Facebook and Instagram ad performance? Check out these tips.

By Mark Walker-Ford • July 4, 2020