Instagram in an Instant [Infographic]

A look at the history, and growth of Instagram over the last decade.

By David Eaves • Nov. 9, 2020

Instagram Tests a New Way for Users to React to Stories Without Sending a DM

Instagram is testing a new option which would display user reactions to Stories on the story frame itself, as opposed to sending the user a DM.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 4, 2020

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Top 5 stories from Social Media Today

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

By Social Media Today staff

Instagram Removes 'Recent' Tab from Hashtag Listings to Stop the Spread of Election Misinformation

Instagram has made another move to stop the spread of misinformation ahead of the US election.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 29, 2020

Instagram Extends Length Limit for Instagram Live Broadcasts, Adds Live-Stream Archive

Instagram will now allow all users to live-stream for up to 4 hours, uninterrupted, while it's also adding a new archive function for IG Live broadcasts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 27, 2020

Facebook Announces New Advertising Options for the Holidays, Including Product Tags in Instagram Ads

Facebook has announced some handy new promotional options for the holidays, including new custom audiences and product tags in Instagram ads.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 21, 2020

Instagram Expands Its Badges for Live-Stream Donations, Advances IGTV Ads

Instagram's looking to add more incentive for live-streamers with new Badges which enable fans to donate to creators.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 20, 2020

4 Tips for Creating a Shop on Facebook and Instagram [Infographic]

Have you created your own Facebook Shop yet? Here's an overview of the basic, essential elements.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 19, 2020

Facebook Updates Messenger API to Incorporate Instagram Direct, Enabling New Connection Opportunities

Facebook's updating its Messenger API to also incorporate Instagram Direct into advanced messaging workflows.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 19, 2020

Instagram Adds New, Post-Level Age-Gate Tool for Branded Content

Instagram is adding a new, post-level age gate option for brands to better protect young users.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 19, 2020

Instagram Announces New Crackdown on Influencers Who Fail to Disclose Commercial Partnerships

Instagram will launch new tools, and a new detection effort, to crackdown on influencers that fail to disclose commercial agreements in their posts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 16, 2020

Facebook Adds New Tools and Guides for Coming Out Day 2020

Facebook has announced new tools and guides as part of Coming Out Day 2020.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 11, 2020

Study Shows How to Use Instagram Stories and Story Ads to Drive Results [Infographic]

The team from Socialinsider recently conducted a study of 726,135 Instagram Stories and Story Ads to determine key best practices for the format.

By Adina Jipa • Oct. 8, 2020

Instagram Adds New Audio Features for Reels, Including Option to Save Sounds for Your Clips

Instagram has added some new audio features for Reels as it works to maximize Reels usage.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 8, 2020

Instagram Updates 'Threads' App with Messaging Integration

Instagram has announced a new update for its separate Threads app which adds full messaging integration.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 7, 2020

New Report Finds Snapchat, TikTok Outpace Instagram in Teen Popularity

A new survey conducted by research firm Piper Sandler has found that Snapchat is the most popular app among teen users in the US, followed by TikTok.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 7, 2020

Instagram Tests New Processes to Limit Potentially Offensive Comments

Instagram is adding some new, automated warning prompts to deter people from posting potentially offensive remarks.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 6, 2020

Instagram Releases New Features to Celebrate its 10th Birthday, Including Stories Map

Instagram has added some new features to celebrate its tenth birthday, including a Stories map and a range of app icons.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 6, 2020

Celebrating 10 Years of Instagram [Infographic]

As Instagram celebrates it's tenth birthday, we look back at the biggest updates and events in the app's history

By Aaron Brooks • Oct. 6, 2020

Proven Strategies to Monetize Your Instagram Account [Infographic]

Are you thinking of ways to earn money with your Instagram account? The following tried-and-tested ways can help you earn a fortune with your Instagram account.

By Shane Barker • Oct. 6, 2020

Facebook Announces Integration of Messenger and Instagram Direct, Adds New Messaging Features

Facebook has taken the next step in its messaging integration process by announcing new cross-messaging capacity between Instagram and Messenger.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 30, 2020

How to Run an Effective Giveaway Campaign on Instagram

Giveaways can be a great way to boost brand awareness on Instagram, but to generate real benefits, you need to map out an effective approach.

By Austin Iuliano • Sept. 30, 2020

The Complete Guide to IGTV Dimensions, Best Practices and Creation Apps

As IGTV continues to gain traction, more businesses and creators are considering how they can leverage the platform. Here's an overview of all you need to know.

By Victoria Taylor • Sept. 30, 2020

Facebook Launches Accounts Center to Better Connect Cross-Data and Payment Systems

Facebook is testing a new Accounts Center, which will enable users to link their Facebook, Instagram and Messenger accounts via a single authentication process.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 29, 2020

Instagram Publishes New Guides on How to Set-Up and Maximize Instagram Shops

As we head into the holiday shopping period, Instagram has launched a new set of guides on how to utilize Instagram shops.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 28, 2020

Instagram Launches New Reels Updates, Including Longer Clips and Improved Trimming

Instagram has announced some new updates for its TikTok-like Reels functionality, including longer clips and improved video editing tools.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 23, 2020