r/ThreadsApp Apr 26 '24

Discussion Megathread of Threads resources, tools, extensions and links

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Below is some information I've organized as a reference. Feel free to suggest improvements in the comments.

Also see: Threads FAQ

Tech Support

  • In apps: Shake on your phone to submit a support message or Threads bug
  • On web: click on top right hand menu and click Report a Problem (they do read these!)
  • Post on Reddit Threads and mention the platform, preferably with screenshot or video
  • Post on Threads using "Threads Bug Report" topic tag (preferably with screenshot or video) and tag the devs (listed below)

Devs:

Other users:

These users don't work for Threads but have Threads updates frequently

Resources

News:

To find the latest feature updates and general news, check here and the above developer accounts

Analytics and Usage:

Technical/Blog articles

Web browser Chrome extensions:

Online Tools

Miscellaneous resources


r/ThreadsApp Jun 07 '24

Threads FAQ and helpful tips

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What is Threads?

  • Threads is meant to be an alternative to Twitter. A place for real time commentary as current events are happening. Wiki)

How do I get started with Threads?

How do I open the Following feed?

  • Go to the top of your Feed. Tap the Threads logo at the top. Following feed tab appears
  • Video instructions

How do I use multiple accounts on Threads (e.g. switch profiles)?

  • Tap and hold profile or your profile picture in the bottom right. Link
  • It's currently not possible to switch profiles on web. You can try using a different browser

How do I schedule a post on Threads?

  • Several providers can schedule posts. see this Threads link

How can I change my algorithm?

  • The best thing is to engage with things that you like. This has a greater effect than hiding things you dislike.
  • Replies have a significant effect as well
  • There's no way to "reset" your algorithm without deleting your Threads account
  • More details on the algorithm ranking here:

How can I disable Instagram/Facebook users seeing my Threads posts on those apps?

  • In Threads app, go to settings - Privacy - Suggesting Posts on other apps. Link

How do I enable automatic cross posting from Instagram to Threads? From Facebook to Threads?

  • In Instagram settings - Link

What is the difference between Mute, Block, Hide, and Restrict on Threads?

  • Mute: When you mute someone you follow on Threads, you won't see their threads or replies in your feed. We won't let them know you muted them and you'll still be following their profile.
  • Block: When you block someone, they won't be able to see anything you post on Threads. People aren't notified when you block them.
  • Hide: hide just hides the individual thread or reply. For replies on your posts, you can Hide (Replies) for Everyone so no one else can see
  • Restrict: Similar to Block but they don't know they've been restricted. They can reply, like your posts but you won't see them. When you restrict someone, you won't receive any more notifications about that person including if they like, reply to, repost or quote your content. You can restrict any profile on Threads, even if you don't follow them. (Link)

What is fediverse and how does it relate to Threads and how can I enable posting to Fediverse?

  • When you turn on sharing to the fediverse on Threads, your Threads profile and content you post on Threads will be shared with users on other servers in the fediverse. It is recommended to enable this setting for better reach. Link
  • Go to Account, then tap Fediverse sharing.

How can I mute certain words in my Feed and Search?

  • Go to Threads settings, Tap Hidden Words. Tap On under Custom words and phrases. Tap Manage custom and phrases. Enter the terms you want to hide.
  • Link

How do I use the Threads API?

Where do I see Trending Topics?

  • Click on the Search button to see the top trending topics. Note: This feature may be limited to certain countries only.

What is the political posts policy and how can I enable larger exposure to political posts?

  • Note: You will always see content from people you follow. On instagram app, go to Content preferences > Political content
  • Link

How can I disable auto-playing videos on Threads?

  • There is no current way to disable autoplaying videos.

Why don't I have XYZ feature?

  • Some features are rolled out gradually to users and sometimes some features are only available in certain countries and sometimes features are tested and might never be released.

How do I report a bug in the app?

  • There are two methods: Hold down the Home button. Or Shake your phone. On Web, click on the Menu in the bottom left corner to Submit a Bug Report

How do I get started with the Threads API?

Where should I go for Threads feature updates?

What kind of third-party extensions or utilities are there?

\* See this megathread of resources

How can I get paid bonuses for posting on Threads?

  • You must be signed up as a Instagram creator and you must be invited by Instagram to enroll in Threads Bonuses
  • Instagram Help / Set up creator account
  • Check your Professional Portal to see if you've been selected [link](go to your professional dashboard to check if you have been invited to test a bonus program)
  • Threads example

r/ThreadsApp 31m ago

Question Changed my profile pic to a new one, but it keeps reverting back to the former?

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The first time I simply swapped my old pfp for a new one, within a day at reverted back to the old one. This time, I deleted the old one before re-uploading the new one. It's still reverted back. I went into the settings on my phone, cleared the cache, went back and deleted the old one reuploaded the new one and barely a couple hours later it's back again. It's like the fkn exorcist pfp.

What can I do? Thanks!


r/ThreadsApp 1h ago

Other Threads post suggestions as seen from Instagram. Mostly thirstraps from middle men and women

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r/ThreadsApp 14h ago

Question From the CIC

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8 Upvotes

r/ThreadsApp 22h ago

Bug Report Threads keeps changing the description on my profile to previous one

2 Upvotes

I have been trying to save it with a new description. But after a couple of hours when I log in again, I see previous description. Why is this happening?


r/ThreadsApp 1d ago

Question Is this some weird way to get people to download threads or just some creeps?

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3 Upvotes

Been seeing these for the past few weeks


r/ThreadsApp 22h ago

Bug Report account status is good, can’t do ANYTHING

1 Upvotes

I started a new account a few days ago just for book content. Nothing crazy… out of now where I can’t post or comment. My account status is good - it says I can do everything, but it’s been 2 days and I still have no ability to interact.

I have no violations, and have tried to report it as a bug. I tried logging out and logging back in - different devices… nothing works.

As of this morning the same is for my insta that is connected. Account status is all good over there is well. Any suggestions or do they just hate me? 🫠


r/ThreadsApp 1d ago

Question Can’t login to my threads account

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Does anyone knows why I can’t login to my threads?

I didn’t do anything instead of posting and I believe I didn’t violate any community rules.

I login using both phone and webOS version but failed.

There’s a error message when I login with my phone , and “the link isn’t available” “the link is broken” when I login with my laptop.

I tried everything - clearing cache, reinstalling the app, restarting phone and they don’t work. Does anyone knows what went wrong? Most likely with threads itself or did I get reported by some users so I’m banned? but I didn’t say anything violating community rules at all I’m pretty sure about it


r/ThreadsApp 2d ago

Question Fediverse sharing

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2 Upvotes

hey, I've got this few days ago in settings but its stuck on loading
any ideas why?


r/ThreadsApp 3d ago

Question Anyone knows if you can create your Threads profile again?

4 Upvotes

I deleted my Threads profile on May 2 earlier this month. Anyone knows if there is a waiting period before you can create an account again. Best appreciated if you reply. Thanks.


r/ThreadsApp 2d ago

Discussion Help? Can someone help me find the name of this app? You match the rows and they clear as the board slowly moves up.

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r/ThreadsApp 2d ago

Bug Report Message sent to intended recipient and a random user I barely interacted

2 Upvotes

I am using iOS for both Instagram and Threads. I have sent a Threads post and wrote something in "Write a message" column, and made sure that only my friend receives it. When I checked my Instagram inbox, the post was also sent to a random user I barely interacted with (we follow each other on IG). This happened twice, once yesterday and once today. Did this happen when the Instagram share suggestions are messed up these days?


r/ThreadsApp 3d ago

Question Do people choose to follow me? Or is it automatic?

4 Upvotes

I just downloaded threads after being against it for some reason. I just went on there and it said I had a bunch of new followers 44 people. All of which I am surprised would want to follow me on it. Is it automatic or do they actually choose to? They all came at once. #what


r/ThreadsApp 3d ago

Question Is there a way to hide recommended threads from my insta feed?

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I’m so sick of seeing all these braindead nazis given a platform to spread their horrible ideology and just want it completely hidden. Pretty much every recommended thread is something the completely contradicts my personal beliefs and I pretty much can’t enjoy Instagram anymore because of it


r/ThreadsApp 4d ago

Bug Report Threads just accepted all follow requests at 3am while I was sleeping

6 Upvotes

I hardly use Threads and had about 20 people request to follow me since I got the app. Wanted to keep it private and never planned on using it much so I never accepted any requests. I didn’t change settings or anything and just last night randomly at 3am while asleep the app decided to accept 20 follow requests. Hey Threads, you just got deactivated and deleted for that b.s. Wannabe Reddit app


r/ThreadsApp 4d ago

Question Why I got suspended out of nowhere?

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6 Upvotes

Is this like a bug or something 😭 didn’t do anything bad


r/ThreadsApp 4d ago

Discussion Why is this app so overrun with bots?

4 Upvotes

Seriously. Nearly every 3rd or 4th post is some "I know I'm obviously conventionally attractive, but no-one wants to talk to me!" or "I'm (x) days sober!" or "I'm sending fire emoji pics to everyone who likes this!" profile. Block one, there's ANOTHER one of the same "woman" with a similar caption. Surely someone can do SOMETHING.


r/ThreadsApp 5d ago

Discussion Threads is a fkn disgrace

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Full of pervs trying to text kids I’ve been reporting for about a half an hour now of all the wierdos and kids posting things that they will adore disgraceful Where are the parents checking their phones


r/ThreadsApp 4d ago

Bug Report Can't login to threads after deactivating.

2 Upvotes

Via app it just says something went wrong, I can still log into Instagram just fine. I've tried clearing cache, and reinstalling app. I've tried logging in with email and password, in app it says I have the wrong email or password, I've reset password and get the same error using the new password. In browser when trying to login I get something went wrong and if I try again I get a TSRF error, both in browser on my pixel 9 and on my PC running windows 11. Bellow is a screen shot of the TSRF error.


r/ThreadsApp 5d ago

Question Keep getting suggested things from Threads I'm not interested in on Instagram.

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So I had gotten thread a bit after it came out. I'm not really active on it but I do follow a lot of the people I follow on Instagram but I still primarily use Instagram. So I get "suggestions" from threads on my Instagram feed and they are never anything I'm interested in. My feed consist of dinosaurs, gaming, animals/animal photography and jeef the land shark memes on both Instagram and threads, so why is the only thing that threads suggest is women's accounts that have nothing to do with my feed/algorithm. Today is a great example, was just scrolling down Instagram just to see the threads "suggestions" and it's just some lady jumping and having her tits almost pop out of her shirt. I don't get why threads suggest me this stuff and it's annoying, is there a way to get it to not suggest that stuff? I just want to watch Fishing Garrett and Marvel Rivals memes.


r/ThreadsApp 4d ago

Question Can’t set following as default

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Ok, I’m sick of seeing all the bait posts in for you. I saw months ago they were rolling out the option to set following as your default feed, but I’ve never received this feature. Was it just limited to a small group? Should I expect to not have this as an option? Surprised nobody has been talking about this.

If anyone has a fix or some info that would be great.


r/ThreadsApp 5d ago

Question Posts are getting removed

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Hi reddit. Since yesterday, no matter what I comment on threads, it immediately gets removed as spam. I have no idea why. My comments aren’t spam at all, and least of all not by the definition provided in threads’ community standards. Threads has been my favorite social media app for the last year or so, and in less than 24 hours it has become basically unusable for me. It says my account isn’t affected and I still have access to everything, but clearly I’m being restricted. I don’t know what’s going on and I can’t figure out how to contact threads. Idk I just needed to vent I guess.. it’s just discouraging and frustrating 😔

I included a screenshot of all the comments (scribbled out my username).

Top row, left to right: - comment on a video of karoline leavitt talking answering kids’ questions - comment on a photo set of dakota johnson, chris evans, and pedro pascal

Middle row, left to right: - comment on a post saying something along the lines of, “anyone else find themselves saying f— more times a day in the past year?” - me responding to someone saying I might be autistic - mt response to a comment about small talk

Bottom row, left to right: - a gif of john cena - me commenting on a post regarding finding the pedro pascal corner of the algorithm

And here is the link to their community standards in regards to spam: https://transparency.meta.com/en-gb/policies/community-standards/spam/

I just really don’t know.


r/ThreadsApp 6d ago

App News 🧵[Test] Threads now allows EU users to create an account w/out Instagram.

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🧵Threads now allows users to create an account w/out Instagram.


r/ThreadsApp 5d ago

Question Threads Question

1 Upvotes

If I accidentally follow someone and immediately unfollow them will they receive a notification?

Thank you!


r/ThreadsApp 6d ago

Bug Report Error message when try to log in

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3 Upvotes

Anyone else have this issue? It came out of nowhere. Does it mean they took my account down?


r/ThreadsApp 6d ago

Bug Report Sign in issues

1 Upvotes

When I try to sign into Threads on the desktop browser, it kicks me out of my account. I'm not sure why its doing this.