Meta Adds Direct Messaging to Threads for Second Anniversary Celebration

In a much-anticipated move, Meta has rolled out the direct messaging feature for its microblogging app, Threads. This update introduces private messaging capabilities, bringing the platform closer to Instagram’s interaction model. The feature is now available to users aged 18 and above and went live on July 3, coinciding with Threads’ second anniversary.

Users had been requesting the option to directly message one another on Threads for months. Meta has now introduced this feature to foster more meaningful and safe connections. Users can start one-on-one conversations by tapping the message icon on any profile they follow. Initially, DMs will only work between followers or mutual Instagram followers aged 18 and above to promote safer interactions.

Threads has shown strong growth in the social media space, especially among users seeking a simpler online experience. Over a third of daily active users on Threads follow accounts not followed on Instagram, indicating the platform is carving out its own niche.

Future updates will include managing message requests, controlling message senders, forming group chats, and inbox filtering. Meta is also introducing Threads Highlighter to help users identify trending conversations and topics.

This update marks a significant step in Threads' evolution, strengthening user connectivity and Meta’s commitment to making Threads a robust platform for engaging conversations.

Meta continues to integrate elements from apps like Instagram into Threads, tailoring them for the platform’s unique atmosphere. The goal is for Threads to be a destination for meaningful conversations in its own right.

As Meta enhances Threads' functionality, users can expect dynamic tools that blend simplicity, control, and community engagement, solidifying Threads as a key player in the social media ecosystem.

According to the source: The Hans India.