Do hashtags work on Threads? Tagging and more explored

Threads is a brand new app that has been released, which is set to rival Twitter. This sudden launch has excited many tech enthusiasts and social media users worldwide. Naturally, it has also led to questions about this new social media platform's various features, pros, and cons. One of the several aspects users are clamoring to know about is the working of hashtags.

Threads does not support hashtags. The absence of this feature can be positive and negative news for many social media users, as a vast majority have gotten accustomed to using them over the last few years. The impact of this omission on the popularity of this new platform can be gauged only after some time has elapsed.

---

Key features of the new Threads app

Lacking the feature of hashtags doesn't make Threads any less competitive. In fact, this fresh social platform boasts several engaging elements similar to Twitter, including the ability to share posts, upload images, and stream videos, amongst various other features.

Remarkably, the convenience of Threads is notable, negating the necessity to establish a new account. This platform seamlessly integrates with Instagram, enabling users to log in using their existing Instagram credentials, making the transition effortless.

In addition, Threads understands the value of your time. If you're reluctant to compose a new bio, you can swiftly mirror your Instagram profile on Threads, facilitating a smooth transition and uniform online persona across the two platforms.

Mark Zuckerberg had the following to say about this new platform:

“The vision for Threads is to create an open and friendly public space for conversation. We hope to take what Instagram does best and create a new experience around text, ideas, and discussing what’s on your mind”

Those curious to know about tagging can rejoice as it allows users to tag other accounts in the posts. Tagging works in the same way as it does on Instagram. Users can share a maximum of ten photos.

One can share photos and videos as well (Image via Meta)

One can also share videos of up to five minutes in duration. Each post can have a maximum of 500 characters, and users are given the flexibility of adding links.

Another additional aspect to note is that it is currently only available to download as an app on Google Play Store and Apple App Store. There has been no revelation regarding a web version of this platform as of this writing.

This being a new platform, one can expect a lot of improvement in the coming weeks and months. The sudden launch has led to a surge in popularity, as evidenced by more than 10 million sign-ups after mere hours of launch.

While Twitter has a solid user base, it recently received some backlash due to limiting the number of posts one can see daily. Thus, it launched at a perfect time, and the backlash can be a precursor for many to try out this new platform.

---

Some users are concerned about privacy because it is a new platform, but one can expect more information. Users can search for this app on Android and iPhones to try out the features themselves.