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Instagram is down right now, but Facebook is working on it [Update]
Users are reporting major issues with Instagram this morning.
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Instagram now requires everyone to tell them their birthday
The company says that it will use the data point in order to provide the appropriate content and advertising experience to different age groups.
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Instagram is working on improved, TikTok-like search features
Instagram is making it easier for people to find photos and videos, even if they don't really know what it is that they're looking for.
Protection
Instagram is rolling out new tools to stop abuse on its platform
Instagram has announced new features rolling out to the platform that it hopes will protect people from abuse in comments and direct messages.
Fake Insta
Instagram forces a website selling fake likes and followers to shut down
A website that was selling fake Instagram likes and followers has shut down after Instagram sent it a cease and desist letter.
Privacy
Instagram is making major changes for young people on its platform
Instagram has today announced that young people under 16 on its platform will have their accounts set to private by default when they join Instagram.
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Instagram's new Sensitive Content Control lets you decide what you'll see
Instagram is giving users more control over what kind of content they will see in the Explorer tab thanks to a new Sensitive Content Control feature.
New widget
Instagram is working on a widget that helps you switch between accounts
Instagram is working on a new set of widgets that will help users with multiple accounts jump right into the account from their home screen.
safety first
Instagram tells users how to keep their accounts safe and secure
Instagram has announced a new feature that is designed to help users keep their accounts safe. Security Checkup gives users the information they need to make sure their accounts can't be compromised while ensuring that all of their login details are correct.
RIP nice photos
Facebook confirms plan to destroy Instagram, turn it into TikTok
Facebook's Head of Instagram has confirmed the company is testing full-screen video content and recommended video feeds, marking a visible shift towards TikTok. Adam Mosseri said Instagram was "no longer a photo-sharing app" in a short video posted to social media.