Meta officially launched Twitter Rivals, or Threads, globally on July 6, and it has become one of the most popular social media platforms, with 100 million signups in just five days. Surprisingly, Threads needs a website for users to use. The company has a Threads website, but it is view-only and allows users to copy links and embed Threads posts on their website. You cannot use Threads to post, like, or check notifications or things on the Threads website.
The company still needs a functional website, which may be because it did not officially schedule to launch Threads at this time. Meta launched Threads after finding a good opportunity since Twitter has rate-limited the platform, where unverified users can only post 600 times daily. Since many users have been seeking alternatives for a long time, Meta decided to launch Threads this week.
Does Threads, an Instagram app, have a desktop or web app?
Threads still need to get a web app. However, the company does offer view-only, embed, and link sharing, but users cannot post, like, or do other things, which means it still needs to be functional.
Many features are still in development, such as a chronological feed, multiple accounts support, enhanced search where you can search for posts, and many other features. These features will come with future updates of Threads, and we can also expect the Threads website to have all the functionality, but it still needs to be added to the priority list.
However, if you want to use Threads on a desktop, you can use Threads via an emulator, or Windows users can use Threads via WSA on Windows 11.
How to Link Threads to an Instagram Account
There is no other way, and you need to sign in with your Instagram account.
- Start by downloading Threads and then clicking Login.
- Then, you need to enter your Instagram credentials to continue using Threads.
- Set up your Threads profile, or you can import directly from Instagram. Then, it will share the list of people you follow on Instagram.
- Next, you will be asked if you want a private or public Threads account. Choose based on your preference.
- Now, it will show you how Instagram works and continue with Threads, an Instagram app.
- That is it!
As of now, only an app is available for mobile devices on Android and iOS. The app has basic functionality and infrastructure that allows you to write threads up to 500 characters, add ten photos, and create 5-minute videos. Overall, the app is stable and does not have any significant bugs or crashes. However, if you want to check the upcoming features of Threads, try enrolling in the Google Play Store via the Beta Program.
Also, while checking out the website, note that the company’s Threads by Instagram website is Threads.net, not Threads.com, which coincidentally was founded by a former Meta employee. Threads.com is a productivity platform that enhances workplace communication and efficiency.