Threads’ new tools cool down commentary chaos and boost discovery
Threads will let users boost visibility of their profile and content with topics, while offering them more control over who can interact with their posts.
Psst … wanna buy the massive Twitter logo sign?
Fancy owning the iconic Twitter logo sign that once appeared outside the company's HQ until Elon Musk had it unceremoniously removed?
Check out Meta’s not-so-cunning plan to take on ChatGPT
Meta is ramping up efforts to take on the likes of OpenAI's ChatGPT and Google's Gemini, according to a new report.
TikTok returns to Apple, Google app stores in U.S.
Apple and Google have returned TikTok to their app stores a month after removing it in response to a law requiring TikTok's owner to divest the app or face a ban.
WhatsApp for iPhone may soon let users have multiple accounts on one device
Android users have had the feature for a while now, but it's finally making its way to the iPhone.
Worried about the TikTok ban? This is how it might look on your phone
TikTok is just a day away from “going dark” in the US. How will the service look after the ban? Here’s some idea from a country where it is already blocked.
Reddit just achieved something for the first time in its 20-year history
Reddit has turned a profit for the first time in its history, and its daily user base has grown to almost 100 million users.
Bluesky finally adds a feature many had been waiting for
X rival Bluesky has finally added direct messages to its app, though at the current time they're not end-to-end encrypted.
How to deactivate your Instagram account (or delete it)
Need to shut down your Instagram account for a spell? We’ll teach you how to complete your account’s deactivation.
Instagram shows love to smaller accounts that post original content
Instagram is adjusting its algorithm in a move that will give more prominence to smaller accounts that post original content.
How to undo reposts on TikTok (and why you should)
Like most social media apps, TikTok allows users to repost content to their followers. Sometimes, however, you want to undo a repost. Here's how.
How to download a video from Facebook
You can download Facebook videos to your PC or mobile device, but the process is a bit involved. Here’s a guide on how to pull this off.
How to run a free background check
Need to find out what potential employers can find out about you online? Here are some methods that allow you to run a free background check on anyone online.
What does a check mark mean on Facebook Messenger?
Ever wondered what those check mark icons in Facebook Messenger actually mean? In this guide, we'll go over what each of these icons indicate.
‘Photoshopped’ royal photo causes a stir
Major press agencies have pulled a photo of the U.K.’s Princess of Wales and her children amid concerns that it's been digitally manipulated.
How to remove location data from your iPhone photos
When you take a picture with your iPhone, chances are it's saving your location data with each photo. What if you want to remove this info?
How to get verified on Instagram Threads
Instagram Threads gives you the option of verifying your account for a fee. For $14.99 a month you can get a blue badge on your Instagram Threads profile.
How to download Instagram photos for free
Wishing you could download all of your Instagram photos or save a photo to use as wallpaper? It's easier than you think. We've got several methods you can try.
Here’s how to delete your YouTube account on any device
If you want to learn how to delete your YouTube account, you've come to the right place. It might be a little scary, but we'll walk you through it step by step.
I paid Meta to ‘verify’ me — here’s what actually happened
Meta — the parent company of Facebook and Instagram — charges $15 to verify your account. I wanted to see if it was worth it.
How to make a GIF from a YouTube video
YouTube videos are great, but if you want to use them for some quick reactions, GIFs are better. Here's how to make a GIF from a YouTube video in three ways.
Bluesky barrels toward 1 million new sign-ups in a day
Social media app Bluesky has picked nearly a million new users just a day after exiting its invitation-only beta and opening to everyone.
How to go live on TikTok (and can you with under 1,000 followers?)
TikTok allows you to broadcast yourself live to the community. Here's how to go live on TikTok in a few short taps.
How to set your Facebook Feed to show most recent posts
Facebook's Feed button allows you to see a list of chronologically sorted posts. Here's where to find and use it.
How to create multiple profiles on a Facebook account
Facebook now lets you create multiple profiles for one Facebook account. Here's how to create a new profile.
X (formerly Twitter) returns after global outage
X, formerly Twitter, suffered a global outage for about 90 minutes early on Thursday morning, and the cause has yet to be revealed.
X rival Threads could be about to get millions of more users
Threads – Meta’s rival to X, formerly Twitter – is hoping to get a big boost after launching in the EU, a market with nearly half a billion people.
WhatsApp now lets you send self-destructing voice messages
WhatsApp has offered self-destructing photo and video messages since 2021, and now it's expanded the feature to voice messages.
YouTuber gets more than just clicks for deliberately crashing plane
YouTuber and former Olympic snowboarder Trevor Jacob has been jailed for his part in a video stunt that involved crashing a plane.
How to delete or deactivate your Facebook account
Whether you want to be free of Facebook forever or just need a break from it, we've got you covered. Here's how to delete or deactivate your Facebook account.
X now offers audio and video calls, but it’s easy to turn off
X, formerly Twitter, has added audio and video calls as part of efforts to transform the platform into a multipurpose super-app.
Discord is getting a big update that gives users more ways to pay
Discord's fall updates focus on changes to user safety, the monetization of profile customization, and third-party app usage.
X begins charging $1 a year for new, unverified accounts
As part of a test by the firm formerly known as Twitter, new X accounts in two countries will be charged for things like posting, reposting, and replying.
TikTok sued by Utah over alleged child addiction harm
The action by Utah's Division of Consumer Protection is the latest in a string of moves by U.S. bodies to crack down on the popular app.
X, formerly Twitter, may be about to test 3 subscription tiers
A new report suggests X, formerly Twitter, is looking to introduce three new subscription tiers, while it's not clear if a free option will remain.
Meta pays big bucks to end office lease that still had 18 years left
The move is a sign of the times, with tech giants and other large companies responding to the popularity of remote working since the pandemic.
Facebook’s rebrand isn’t quite as drastic as Twitter’s
Facebook owner Meta has unveiled a new logo and some other design changes for the social network, though the new look is much like the old one.
X, formerly Twitter, looks set to become subscription-only
Elon Musk has said that as part of efforts to tackle the issue of bots on X, formerly Twitter, all users may be asked to pay a small monthly fee.