Days prior to the second anniversary of Meta’s launch of Threads, the social media platform has at last incorporated DMs. On Tuesday, Meta shared on its blog that the eagerly anticipated feature is now accessible in the Threads app. Starting today, Threads users can exchange direct messages with one another, aligning with similar functionalities available on X and Bluesky.
Threads finally introduces DMs
“Threads was designed for sharing viewpoints that foster dynamic, public discussions, but occasionally you may wish to take a conversation deeper, one-on-one,” stated Meta’s team. “Messaging has been among the most frequently requested features, and now, you can seamlessly pursue conversations within the app and strengthen connections with others.”
Privacy and security remain paramount concerns regarding digital communication. To safeguard its users, Threads permits DMs exclusively between Threads followers or mutual followers from Instagram aged 18 and older. Meta also emphasizes that messaging is safeguarded by its privacy policies, account safeguards, and safety framework.
Looking ahead, Threads intends to introduce features such as message controls enabling you to choose who can message you, group messaging with several users, and inbox filters to simplify locating specific messages from other users.
How to send DMs on Threads
When you next launch the Threads app on iOS or Android, you’ll notice a new envelope icon in the toolbar at the bottom of the display. This is where your DMs will be located from now on, and a red dot beneath the icon will indicate if you have any unread messages.
To send a DM on Threads, simply follow these steps:
1. Tap the envelope icon in the toolbar at the base of the Threads app.
2. Tap the pencil icon in the upper-right corner to begin composing your message.
3. Enter the username of the recipient, write your message, and press the send button.
Simple as that! This has been the most evident absent feature on Threads for quite some time, yet the Meta app continues to be the most favored competitor to X (formerly Twitter). It is a basic version of the feature for the moment, but further enhancements are on the horizon.
