NEW INSTAGRAM UPDATES 2023: Updates you NEED to know! @philpallen​

TL;DR

Instagram introduces updates including more control over suggested posts, broadcast channels for community building, and new features available worldwide.

Transcript

lots of exciting updates on Instagram this  month notes in Europe and Japan greater   control over the content being suggested  to you and so much more let's talk about it I'm Phil palinder brand strategist welcome to my  channel where I promise practical advice to build   your brand I track updates to Instagram closely  so that I can keep you up t... Read More

Key Insights

• 🤨 Instagram's update with more control over suggested posts reflects a response to concerns raised about data privacy and prioritizing user safety.
• 🏛️ The introduction of broadcast channels enhances the community-building aspect on Instagram, fostering engagement and connection between creators and their followers.
• 👻 The global availability of the notes feature in direct messages allows users worldwide to utilize this tool for better organization and communication.
• 💝 The gifts feature offers a monetization avenue for creators, enabling them to receive virtual gifts from their supporters as a form of appreciation.
• 🤭 The quiet mode feature aims to promote healthier boundaries with friends and followers, giving users the opportunity to focus and minimize distractions.
• 🫠 The integration of Creator studio with business Suite streamlines the advertising process for those using Facebook ads or Instagram advertising.

Questions & Answers

Q: How does the new Instagram update allow users to have more control over suggested posts?

The update allows users to specify keywords, phrases, and emojis they do not want to see in their feed, avoiding content they might not be interested in. This gives users more control and ensures a personalized feed.

Q: What are broadcast channels on Instagram?

Broadcast channels are a new feature that allows creators to build community with their fans and followers. Creators can share photos, videos, texts, gifs, and polls, while followers can react to the content shared.

Q: What is the notes feature and who now has access to it?

The notes feature, which launched in December in some countries, is now available to people worldwide, including those in Europe and Japan. It can be found in the direct messages tab, allowing users to take notes during conversations.

Q: How does the gifts feature on Instagram work for creators?

The gifts feature enables viewers, fans, and supporters of creators to buy gifts, such as virtual items, and send them as a form of appreciation. Creators can eventually cash out these gifts for real money once they reach a certain balance.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Instagram now allows users to specify keywords they don't want to see in their feed, giving them more control over the content they are suggested.

• The platform is introducing broadcast channels, where creators can share updates with their fans and followers, fostering community engagement.

• People in Europe and Japan now have access to the notes feature in direct messages, and creators in the US can receive gifts from their supporters.