Threads: a Quick Guide

Posted: July 11, 2023

Instagram's rival to Twitter is live - and its capabilities are hotly debated as users acquaint themselves with the new tech. Ivan Mehta takes a deep dive into Threads in the article below.

What is Instagram’s Threads app? All your questions answered

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. Read, "What is Instagram’s Threads app? All your questions answered."