Meta’s first -class social platform threads officially rolled out their long -awaited Direct Messaging (DM) feature on Android, iOS and web. The update allows users to send Instagram followers and mutual connections to private, one-on-one message, and marks a significant change in the functionality of threads and its ambitions to become a full platform for social networks.
Direct messages are now available on threads
The new message feature is currently available to users over 18 years. Currently, it only supports each conversation and is limited to users who follow each other or have a mutual Instagram connections. According to Meta, it is the basis for a largely set of planned communication units for future release.
Important features available at launch:
- Private messages with Instagram -followers and mutual.
- Message Request Folder for New Contacts.
- Predetermined emoji reactions.
- Spam reporting and mute conversation options.
- Integrated Blocking: Blocking a user on threads also blocks them on Instagram.
Goal users must provide a smooth message experience without having to rebuild their network from scratches. Since threads are integrated closely with Instagram, the DM system depends on the existing Instagram -social graph to determine access.
Secrecy and encryption details
Despite the user’s interest in secure communication, end-to-ends have not been encrypted at the time of launching the direct messages to threads. A meta spokesman confirmed that threads DM is protected by safety level safety infrastructure, the encryption is not yet supported. Messages are subject to the internal moderation system of meta, which may increase the concerns between privacy -conscious users.
Regional restriction
With the exception of many regions, the DM function is rolled out globally. Threads have said that the facility is not available at the moment:
- Japan
- Australia
- United Kingdom
- EU
This field -specific privacy regulations are probably due to general data protection regulation (GDPR), which may require further compliance before launch.
Future updates were scheduled for threads
Meta has indicated that this first release is just the beginning. The company is actively working on the promotion of threads as a strong message platform. This includes:
Group message
Strategic significance for meta
The introduction of DMS is an important axis for threads. Since its launch, threads have been targeting to separate from X (East Twitter) by focusing on the network associated with the text-first content and a cleaner, Instagram. However, the lack of a private messaging system was just as seen as an important selection of users and creators.
Important facilities for adding DMS posts as a more complete social platform, which supports real-time private interactions and important facilities to increase storage and commitment. It also provides a basis for the future brand and impressive collaboration, customer help and producer atmosphere.
Conclusion
With a global roll -out of the direct message, the threads develop a more connected and interactive communication platforms beyond a public microblogging app. While privacy boundaries and regional limitations can initially limit the appeal in some markets, updates represent a major step in the meta’s strategy to create an Instagram ingredient, real-time social platform.
Since group messages and increased control will be added over the coming months, threads can quickly become a strong competitor for installed platforms such as X, Telegram and even WhatsApp.
