Amidst questions and rumors, the emergence of the "Threads" application has piqued curiosity about its potential impact on the world of technology and interactive smart platforms. As discussions unfold, one question lingers: could Threads pose a threat to the existence of Twitter itself?
Meta's latest social network venture, Threads, aims to supplant Twitter, which has faced criticism for changes made under Elon Musk's ownership. This new app seamlessly integrates with Instagram, enabling users to compose threaded posts, engage in conversations and follow multiple accounts simultaneously. To enhance interactivity, Threads allows the inclusion of links, photos and videos in publications.
Shortly after its release, Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, proudly announced that Threads is on track to soon cross 100 million users, with aspirations to reach one billion in the near future. While Elon Musk, the owner of Twitter, has yet to officially comment on Threads, he has expressed amusement by liking Twitter posts that humorously draw attention to the similarities between the two platforms.
Threads is accessible on both iOS and Android platforms; however, users must possess an Instagram account to install the application and create a profile.
Do the Differences Between Twitter and Threads Truly Matter?
Absolutely. The two platforms diverge in several crucial aspects. The main differences between Twitter and Threads lie in various aspects. Firstly, Threads offers users the advantage of an unrestricted number of posts per day, while Twitter imposes a daily limit starting at 500 for new, unverified accounts. Moreover, Threads limits the character count per post to 500, whereas Twitter only allows up to 280 characters. Another distinction is that Threads lacks a feature for saving posts as drafts; instead, they must be shared immediately or discarded. Additionally, Threads adheres to Instagram's community guidelines, subjecting users to the same penalties for spam and hate speech. Although Threads currently operates without advertising, Meta founder Mark Zuckerberg has indicated ongoing adjustments and improvements to the interface, suggesting potential changes that could become the primary distinguishing factor between the two social networks moving forward.
A Permanent Commitment
The decision to create a Threads account comes with a permanent commitment. Meta, the platform's parent company, does not allow users to delete their Threads accounts individually. Instead, deleting a Threads account requires deleting the associated Instagram account as well.
So, if you have already joined the Threads app, it may be too late to reconsider. While you have the option to deactivate your Threads profile without impacting your Instagram account, complete deletion can only be achieved by deleting your entire Instagram account, as outlined in Threads' privacy policy. Instagram CEO Adam Mosseri has acknowledged this concern and expressed the company’s intention to find a way to delete Threads accounts separately. The timeline for implementing this feature is yet to be determined. For now, users can deactivate their Threads account by accessing the Settings menu, selecting "Account," and choosing "Deactivate profile." Reactivating the account simply requires logging back into the app.
