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Instagram Users Want Instants Gone: Why the New Feature Is Sparking Privacy Fears and How to Turn It Off

Instagram is testing view-once photos with no editing tools, an undo button and a Create Recap option for Stories.

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The launch of Instagram's Instants feature has led to Meta facing backlash over privacy issues. here's how you can turn off the new feature

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Meta is deploying a system inspired by BeReal for Instagram where photos cannot be retouched or saved after viewing.

Do you remember the time when Instagram was used to share authentic life slices without complex filters? In recent years, the social network seems to have become a showcase for influencers with millimetres. Yet, Meta has just hit a big blow to reverse this trend. The platform launches " Instants", a brand new experience dedicated to sharing ephemeral and spontaneous photos. Prepare to rediscover the pleasure of capturing the present moment, with…

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