Instagram is letting your friends see which posts you've liked
Briefly

Meta's Instagram has launched a feature allowing friends to view video posts liked by others in a dedicated tab. This update, currently available in the US and rolling out globally, has sparked criticism from users who find it invasive. The new feature applies solely to Reels and displays liked clips along with the likers' profile photos for direct messaging. Users have expressed feelings of discomfort regarding the feature, citing concerns about revealing private preferences unintentionally. There is, however, an option to opt out of this feature to maintain privacy.
One disgruntled user remarked, 'Instagram reels having a tab that shows what your friends have liked is so awful,' highlighting concerns over privacy.
The update adds a new feature where friends can view video posts liked by others, revealing potentially embarrassing preferences.
One user expressed their frustration with the feature, stating, 'who runs the liked by friends tab on instagram and why do they want me to die,' showcasing the backlash.
The feature, which is exclusive to Reels, allows users to see clips liked by friends along with their profile photos for direct messaging.
Read at Mail Online
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