The Biggest Instagram Updates From Q3 of 2021

The Biggest Instagram Updates From Q3 of 2021

Biggest and most noteworthy Instagram Updates for Q3 2021

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Collaboration Feature For Reels

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Black-owned Business Label

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Teen Protection

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Audio Tab For Reels

We are now down to the third entry of our quarterly recap articles for the biggest Instagram updates of 2021. The third quarter of 2021 was an absolute dream due to several updates that cater to businesses, content creators, and even regular users.

From text translations to teen protection and link stickers, here are the biggest Instagram updates from July to September 2021.

july 2021

Instagram Announces Text Translation In Stories, Extended Data Tracking Period, Black-owned Business Label, and Collab Feature For Reels

Instagram See Translation
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Text Translation In Stories
Whenever you watch a story with an overlayed text in a language different from what you set in your app, you will see a “See Translation” notification.

When you click that option, the translation of the text will then pop up on your screen. Instagram supports 90 languages. A similar option is also available for news feeds, user profiles, and comments.

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Instagram Expands Data Tracking Period
There is more data to track for business profiles on Instagram! The platform now expands data tracking Instagram insights from 30 to 60 days. This new feature allows you to analyze data from the last two months without using third-party apps. They also promised to expand the period for 90 days in summer.
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Black-owned Business Label
Black business owners now get another chance to stand out and get discovered easily. Businesses in the US can put a “Black-owned” label on their profile.

To do this, go to Edit Profile > Business Diversity Info > Get Started > then click on Black-owned Business Label.

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Collab Feature For Reels
Instagram tests a new feature called “Collab,” which will allow people to collaborate on Feed posts and Reels.

This feature allows users to invite each other as a collaborator on the post or reel. Once the other user accepts the invitation, both account names will appear in the post or reel header. The new content will appear on both their profile grids, will get shared on both their followers and receive a shared view count with the same number of likes and comments.

August 2021

Instagram Introduces Measures To Protect Users And Tests New Features

The Biggest Instagram Updates From Q3 of 2021
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Teen Protection
Instagram knows the vast danger that lurks around the internet, especially for kids and teenagers. There are plenty of documentaries about children getting lured by predators and groomers online.

In response, Instagram introduces the following limits to help protect young users of the social media app.

A private account gets enabled by default for all users under 16 who sign-up on the platform.

Adults will not be allowed to contact teens who do not want to hear from them.

Instagram and Facebook also limit advertisers that can reach young people on both platforms.

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Instagram Ads in Shop Tabs
Instagram continues to find ways to bridge businesses with customers. The platform is testing a new feature that allows companies to put ads on the shopping tab.

These ads can be a single image or a carousel. When users click on the ads, they will get redirected to a product page and get more details to make a purchase.

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Protection Against Offensive And Harassing Messages
Instagram introduces a new feature called Limits. By enabling Limits, you can prevent unwanted comments and messages while still allowing your long-standing followers and loyal fans to connect with you on the platform.

To enable the Limits option, go to Settings > Privacy >Limits. You will then get the option to select which group you like to limit and for how long.

For direct messages, you have the option to filter offensive words, phrases, and emojis and redirect them to a “hidden” folder. You can do this by going to Settings > Privacy > Hidden Words. You will then find a list that Instagram considers offensive. You may choose from this list or add words or phrases of your choice.

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Audio Tab For Reels
You can now search for reels by song, thanks to the new audio tab. Like other music apps, Instagram serves you a list of songs with a similar name every time you look for a specific title.

Once you tap a song, you can use a 30-second sequence of that track on your Reels. You can also save songs for later use.

September 2021

Instagram Rolls Out Map Search, Swipe Up Links, And Montage

Instagram Map Search Location
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Map Search
You can now find locations of different businesses easier within the Instagram app itself. The map search option will help you use directions of nearby places such as restaurants, cafes, bars, entertainment venues, and more.

Aside from the location, you can also now find more information about the business, including product prices, services, and even public posts from people who check in on the location.

You can find the map search feature on the explore page.

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Montage

Instagram is developing a new feature that should allow users to turn their stories into Instagram Reels. This new feature is called “montage” and is still getting tested internally. This option will help users create reels by merging elements from Instagram stories’ frames.

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Instagram Retires The Swipe-up Option

Instagram is finally saying goodbye to its popular swipe-up option and replacing it with link stickers. In the past, only verified users or those with 10K followers or up could use the swipe-up option.

Now, the platform is making Link stickers available to everyone, regardless of their follower count. Those who repeatedly violate community guidelines and share misinformation and hate speech will lose access to the feature.

When users tap the link stickers, they will get redirected to an external webpage. It’s a great way to drive traffic to your website.

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