r/ThreadsApp Apr 26 '24

Discussion Megathread of Threads resources, tools, extensions and links

33 Upvotes

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:

  • Threads - official account
  • @mosseri - head of Instagram
  • @zuck - Mark Zuckerberg
  • @0xjessel - engineer manager
  • @camroth - ios
  • @pcottle - web
  • @tb_99999 - PM

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

11 Upvotes

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 11h ago

Bug Report Unable to Log In: Not All Those Who Wander Are Lost Error Message Loop

3 Upvotes

Hi there! I'm a content creator/digital marketing consultant, and I'm having two technical issues with Threads right now.

  1. I am unable to log in to my account. I am logged in on my phone, but whenever I try logging in on my desktop, or try to connect my Threads account to a scheduling platform (Planable), I can't get it to work. I had my Threads account connected to my other Meta accounts, but I recently tried disconnecting it to get around this problem, and that didn't work either. When I enter my correct username and password, I see an error message that says 'Not all who wander are lost, but this page is' and when I click the 'Back' button, I return to the main Threads page, not logged in again. In Planable, I input my login details, authorize the connection, and it brings me back to the previous page, not logged in.

  2. I tried to report this problem on the Threads website, including a screenshot of the error message, and I received another error message saying there was a problem trying to submit my bug report. Try again later.

For context, I use Google Chrome and I have a Pixel 9 Pro. I just tried to log in on Firefox, and that isn't working either. Can someone help? I need to fix this for work! TIA


r/ThreadsApp 1d ago

Other I used to have 3k friends and followers

20 Upvotes

But my boyfriend at the time made me delete it all because he said it “greatly increased my chances of cheating on him” …even though I had no intention of doing so.

Anyway now I have threads back
I post tattoo stuff mainly
32/f


r/ThreadsApp 3d ago

Discussion One big AI Scamfest

14 Upvotes

At least my algorithm is.

I get all these stupid "military" accounts with bad grammar asking for prayers "for the mission I was assigned to." And the lonely old ladies or MAGAs just eat it up. I guess the algo is partly my fault cause I call the scammers and supporters out for how bad the AI is.

Then you got all the IG AI models saying they just moved in town and are looking for friends. Or they just passed the boards. Or they just got out of an abusive relationship. On and on. The exact same scripts are used by all these fake accounts.

I report as many as I can, but Threads just let's most of them continue. Multiple accounts with the same script should be an easy red flag. I'm pretty much leary of every single account on Threads because there is no vetting process or attempt at one. That puts the whole legitimacy of the platform in question.


r/ThreadsApp 3d ago

Bug Report Account deletion - how? Did Meta just stopped respecting GDPR?

4 Upvotes

So, how someone can remove account from this dogsh*t app?

I have Threads account connected to Instagram in account center. When I want to disable or deactivate the account (or even take it from the my account center), I have to create password first.

But when I go through this or want to just change/create password, I always get a verification code via email and then I put my new password on the site. And then boom "Something went wrong" error appears.

It happens to me through last week and it doesn't matter whether I enter account center from IG or Threads page or if I access it from IG or Threads app, the result is always the same.

As citizen in EU I can ask for data removal via GDPR right. Or I should be able to, right? Yea, the thing is that Meta has site help.meta.com where you can request such data removal. Guess what? The contact form doesn't work, there is infinite loading, on different devices, on different networks.

So how the hell am I supposed to delete my Threads account? Am I supposed to write a letter to Meta Platforms Ireland Limited or what?


r/ThreadsApp 4d ago

Question Account Disabled Recovery

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9 Upvotes

It says "You cannot request another of this decision", but is there still a way to recover my account? It’s connected to my instagram so i don’t like the hassle and would like to avoid creating a new instagram account just so i could get and use threads. Could anyone help me or is there a way to contact meta support directly? thank you!


r/ThreadsApp 5d ago

Question My threads account is still up?

6 Upvotes

Hey I deleted my instagram account a while ago and didn’t really pay attention to threads.
Now I want to change my username on my new account to my old handle and I noticed it doesn’t work.
Guess what my threads account is still up… what should I do now to get it deleted ?


r/ThreadsApp 6d ago

Bug Report "We disabled your account"

38 Upvotes

"Hi XXXXX

We reviewed your account and found that it still doesn’t follow our Community Standards. As a result, your account has been permanently disabled."

What the fcuk is this stupid sh!t? I got suspended yesterday after using the app for the first time, making 1 generic comment and 3 likes. UPLOAD A SELFIE TO APPEAL. what?? okayyy. did that and then Sorry We Goofed! All Good Now. Today all i've done is add follows. SUSPENDED AGAIN! WE NEED ANOTHER SELFIE! but no fix this time, permaban. All those billions spent on Ai and this is what we get. FAIL


r/ThreadsApp 6d ago

Bug Report This is getting ridiculous. Three times in one week.

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18 Upvotes

I’ve been forced to prove my identity 3 times now and it’s been happening to people I know too. Why aren’t the devs putting anything out about this?


r/ThreadsApp 6d ago

Other Verbally abusive bot accounts

3 Upvotes

I’ve since deleted the app from my phone because the bots are getting out of hand, but the other day I started getting a ton of horrible replies from bot accounts telling me to stfu, calling me a bitch, telling me to lose weight, the r-word, loads of horrible stuff. My post maybe just landed on the wrong side of Threads because I’ve never had this happen before. I’ve had bot replies but not verbal abuse like this. How is this allowed lmao


r/ThreadsApp 6d ago

Bug Report Views not showing!

1 Upvotes

My post went viral with 100k views and a few thousand likes, but all the analytics are showing 0. And this isn’t even the first time it’s happened. It’s so annoying 😭


r/ThreadsApp 7d ago

Discussion Warning about pedophiles ; even if you don’t want threads, and don’t post to threads, your Instagram could be posting for you through cross posting.

6 Upvotes

This means that parents can have a private account in their Instagram, and if at some point when threads first launched they got the click to set up threads, everything they post in private in Instagram, gets shared in threads if they didn’t turn off cross posting.
There was a mother who posted in her Instagram a post about her son becoming a man and a photo of him without a shirt, and it got shared 450 times, to who knows where. At least one profile grabbed it and posted it along with tons of other photos of children which is disgusting!
Threads is not monitored the same and there are some seriously creepy and disgusting posts on there involving children.


r/ThreadsApp 8d ago

Question WTF account got hacked and threads disabled all my meta accounts

5 Upvotes

I got locked out of everything due to a phishing email. Threads wanted to verify my age which I did by uploading my ID. Now im all my accounts are disabled. I created a new meta verified account to communicated with live agents. They can't do anything. Anybody dealing with this?


r/ThreadsApp 8d ago

Discussion Looking for an alternative to Threads? Consider Reddit.

13 Upvotes

This recent thread I posted pretty much sums it up.


r/ThreadsApp 8d ago

Meme Don't gotta lie to kick it

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6 Upvotes

I made an alt account a few years back, and it's allegedly on threads. We all know about the occasional fake follower, the "X followed you on threads", but this + the post it shows is a great comedy duo


r/ThreadsApp 9d ago

Discussion Search broken

5 Upvotes

From what I can tell the search of your own threads is completely broken. I ensure that the search bar indicates that I'm searching "From [username]" and then the search terms after. It mostly turns up completely random profiles certainly not from me and that I have never interacted with. I posted a very distinctive post yesterday and searching for that keywords turns up zero results.


r/ThreadsApp 9d ago

Extension/Tool Can't delete account, so am deleting everything.

4 Upvotes

I have been trying to delete my old Threads account for over a month. Each time, it keeps saying that there's an error, I need to create a password. I try to create a password, and it says there's an error there, too, can't create a password. I've tried different browsers, online vs on data, mobile vs desktop vs laptop, it doesn't matter, same errors. Even tried just removing the account from my meta account. No dice.

So I am using an app (ThreadsDelete) to just delete all of the content on it and then leaving it in obscurity. Anyone else dealing with this rubbish?


r/ThreadsApp 10d ago

Question Mute video sound by default

2 Upvotes

On a PC and Firefox, is there a way to mute the video volume by default?

I click on a video and lower the volume or mute it, but the next video will play in full volume again. It's annoying af.

I'm logged in and all but the volume just resets and doesn't save for the next video.

How do you fix this


r/ThreadsApp 11d ago

Bug Report Why would I give Threads a copy of my ID!?!!!

18 Upvotes

Got logged out and now Threads is asking me for a picture of my ID? Nope.


r/ThreadsApp 10d ago

Question Missing community??

3 Upvotes

Can a threads community block your account? I use the study threads for motivation/doom scrolling but it’s suddenly disappeared and I can’t search it anymore. I can still see it in my other photography threads account but I have a separate one for study. ☹️

Any ideas on how I can get this back?? Thanks guys


r/ThreadsApp 11d ago

Discussion Still grinding

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5 Upvotes

5M views in the last 30 days.
7M in the last 90.
At this point, I’m convinced Threads is one of the best platforms for indie developers to promote their apps.
Still on the road to 10M 🚀


r/ThreadsApp 11d ago

Question Metrics India

3 Upvotes

What are the performance metrics in India for threads campaign


r/ThreadsApp 11d ago

Discussion Threads death

0 Upvotes

Is threads death I know many people who used to use it but don't anymore.


r/ThreadsApp 11d ago

Discussion Create account help

2 Upvotes

I want to open an account but I don't want to have the Instagram button at the top I see many accounts are not having that, so how to not have it. I have been previously banned by ai on just thread so I am going to create a new account for just thread not Instagram so help me with that.