Instagram Threads app not allowing NSFW content & boosting influencers or verified accounts gets criticized

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Threads is a great way to remain in touch with close friends and share your daily life with them.

Unlike the traditional Instagram platform, it provides a calm and laid-back environment in which one can freely express themselves without fear of criticism or scrutiny.

Threads has been officially launched in 100 countries, including Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, the United States, and the United Kingdom.

However, some are unhappy, as they believe that the app lacks in some places.

According to reports (1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10), multiple Threads app users are disappointed to find out that the platform is not allowing them to post NSFW (Not Safe for Work) content.

They argue that if Meta aims to make the platform a viable alternative to Twitter, than they should also allow content that has been traditionally permitted on it.

The artists who make adult-oriented or explicit work allege that they cannot cater to the ‘degenerate’ side of the fandom and that the app limits their earning potential.

They also see Twitter as a better platform due to its more permissive guidelines. Some even speculate that Threads will not be successful in killing Twitter because of such restrictions.

One of those impacted does not find Threads suitable as it restricts their ability to freely express themselves. They also claim it to be a lighter version of Twitter, with additional concerns about data collection and privacy.

Another adds that the platform limitations make it impossible for Twitter for business users to migrate on it.

I dont think I can use threads. They would ban me for the things I say LOL. You can’t even do anything really nsfw. It’s like Twitter but for kids for how water downed it is. Plus they gather more data and info on you than the Chinese government 💀 @TheKnownOtaku
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Not allowing NSFW material is definitely gonna be the biggest reason Threads isn’t going to “kill twitter.”
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Notably, the platform has also come under heavy criticism for boosting influencers or verified accounts. Users complain that it is filled with companies, content creators, and influencers spouting meaningless content.

Some say that Threads mostly serves as a space to connect with a small circle of friends, but they still feel more comfortable and at home on Twitter.

A user even asserts that the platform has been designed for celebrities and influencers who portray themselves as fun and engaging.

I’m genuinely just not seeing Threads posts from people I follow it’s all Verified accounts.
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threads is full of brands and verified accounts. where are y’all!!!!!!!?
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Those affected believe that Threads should provide equal opportunities to gain visibility and engagement. It is worth noting that the Threads app is currently not available in the European Union (EU).

However, a section of users are also disappointed, as they have experienced crashes when attempting to upload images on their iPhones, and are unable to view posts from their followers in chronological order.

They have also faced unexpected logouts from their Instagram accounts after signing into the app and are dissatisfied as it lacks a Dark mode option.

In addition to this, the platform also lacks basic features like the ability to DM someone, search for topics or posts that you have liked, make use of hashtags, and have a following feed.

With many calling Threads the newest attempt to challenge Twitter’s dominance and others criticizing it for lacking even the most basic capabilities, we would like to hear your opinions on the matter.

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