You may have come across screenshots of Instagram chats that went viral on the platform that looked too real but never actually happened. For example, the DM screenshots of famous celebrities ...

To share your live location on Instagram DMs, open a chat, tap the “+” icon, select “Location,” and follow prompts to share. For nicknames, go to a chat, tap the username at the top, select “Nicknames ...

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Instagram is rolling out a new feature that allows users to schedule direct messages (DMs) for a future date and time. The feature is currently available to a limited number of Android users, marking ...

Safety is a top reason for sharing location with friends and family to ensure they know where you are. Convenience is also key, making it easier to meet up or locate friends in crowded places. Peace ...

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No matter how many (or how goesfew) followers you've got on Instagram, chances are you’ll have received a direct message (DM) from an unknown account that something like this: ‘Hey! I’m on the ...

Learn how to manage read receipts in your Instagram DMs with this easy-to-follow guide. Control your privacy settings for all chats or individual conversations. Keep in mind that disabling read ...

Meta has rolled out direct messaging (DM) support on Threads, its microblogging platform, enabling users to connect privately with one another. The feature, long requested by users, brings ...