In the last few months, Twitter alternatives — new and old — have found an audience willing to try out a new text-based social network. Mastodon, Bluesky, Spill, and T2 are some of the social media platforms people are trying out. Now, Meta has stepped into the game with a big launch tied to Instagram.
What is Threads? How do you create an account?
Threads is Meta’s text-based Twitter rival. It is tied to your Instagram account, so you can create an account by logging in using your Instagram credentials.
How is it different from Twitter?
Currently, there are no paid tiers and ads on the app. However, your verification mark from Instagram is carried over — even if you have paid for Meta Verified. Users can take advantage of their Instagram network to find people to follow.
The app has just launched, but it doesn’t have Twitter-like features such as long video, direct messages, and live audio rooms.
How do you use Threads?
The platform is currently available on iOS and Android in over 100 countries. However, due to privacy concerns, the app is not currently available in the EU. Since you are logging in through your Instagram account, you will be able to f …
