To start a live broadcast, users first need to open the Instagram app and tap on the plus icon at the bottom center of their ...

Instagram launched its live video feature in late 2016, as a way to compete with Snapchat. Since then, the social media company has built upon the function by adding other features like questions ...

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Instagram broadcast channels offer exclusive content and perks for followers. As a member, you can receive messages, participate in polls, and get behind-the-scenes updates. To join a broadcast ...

Once a creator gets access, they can start a broadcast channel from their Instagram inbox. Followers receive a one-time notification to join the channel. Creators can encourage followers to join ...

Instagram is rolling out a live location feature similar to WhatsApp that will be active for one hour and can be shared through direct messages (DMs) so that people can find each other when they ...

Sharing your live location on Instagram is now a reality, thanks to the platform's latest update. Unlike before, when WhatsApp was the go-to for live location sharing, Instagram users can now ...

You’ve reached your account maximum for followed topics. Instagram is rolling out live location sharing in DMs for up to an hour. The feature is off by default and works in 1:1 or group chats.