{"id":336804,"date":"2025-01-16T11:00:51","date_gmt":"2025-01-16T10:00:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.de\/?p=336804"},"modified":"2025-01-04T20:19:05","modified_gmt":"2025-01-04T19:19:05","slug":"what-is-threads","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/software-tutorials\/what-is-threads\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Threads: The new social network from Meta"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b>Meta<\/b>, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, has introduced <b>Threads<\/b>. It is a <b>microblogging platform<\/b> that is considered an <b>Instagram alternative<\/b>. It has been causing a stir since July 2023.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-box-title\">Inhalt<\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/software-tutorials\/what-is-threads\/#key-insights\" >Key insights<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/software-tutorials\/what-is-threads\/#what-is-threads-and-how-it-works\" >What is Threads and how it works<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/software-tutorials\/what-is-threads\/#how-it-works-and-main-features\" >How it works and main features<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/software-tutorials\/what-is-threads\/#login-and-link-to-instagram\" >Login and link to Instagram<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/software-tutorials\/what-is-threads\/#post-types-and-interaction-options\" >Post types and interaction options<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/software-tutorials\/what-is-threads\/#differences-and-similarities-to-x-formerly-twitter\" >Differences and similarities to X (formerly Twitter)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/software-tutorials\/what-is-threads\/#text-length-and-media-functions\" >Text length and media functions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/software-tutorials\/what-is-threads\/#feed-system-and-algorithm\" >Feed system and algorithm<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/software-tutorials\/what-is-threads\/#data-protection-and-privacy-settings\" >Data protection and privacy settings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/software-tutorials\/what-is-threads\/#integration-into-the-fediverse\" >Integration into the Fediverse<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/software-tutorials\/what-is-threads\/#conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/software-tutorials\/what-is-threads\/#faq\" >FAQ<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/software-tutorials\/what-is-threads\/#what-is-threads-and-who-is-behind-it\" >What is Threads and who is behind it?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/software-tutorials\/what-is-threads\/#how-do-i-sign-up-for-threads\" >How do I sign up for Threads?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/software-tutorials\/what-is-threads\/#what-types-of-posts-can-i-share-on-threads\" >What types of posts can I share on Threads?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/software-tutorials\/what-is-threads\/#how-is-threads-different-from-x-formerly-twitter\" >How is Threads different from X (formerly Twitter)?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/software-tutorials\/what-is-threads\/#how-does-the-threads-feed-work\" >How does the Threads feed work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/software-tutorials\/what-is-threads\/#do-threads-have-hashtags-like-other-social-networks\" >Do threads have hashtags like other social networks?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/software-tutorials\/what-is-threads\/#what-about-data-protection-in-threads\" >What about data protection in Threads?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/software-tutorials\/what-is-threads\/#is-threads-suitable-for-children-and-teenagers\" >Is Threads suitable for children and teenagers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/tutorials\/software-tutorials\/what-is-threads\/#what-is-the-fediverse-and-how-does-threads-plan-to-integrate-it\" >What is the Fediverse and how does Threads plan to integrate it?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><b>Threads<\/b> allows users to publish short text messages. These can be up to 500 characters long. The connection to Instagram makes it easier for users to get started.<\/p>\n<p><b>Threads<\/b> has been available in the EU since December 2023. Over 100 million users signed up within a short space of time. Threads focuses on topics such as entertainment, sport, music and fashion.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"key-insights\"><\/span>Key insights<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Threads is a new <b>social network<\/b> from <b>Meta<\/b><\/li>\n<li>Close link with Instagram makes it easy to get started<\/li>\n<li>Posts can be up to 500 characters long<\/li>\n<li>Focus on entertainment, sports, music and fashion<\/li>\n<li>Rapid user growth with over 100 million registrations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-is-threads-and-how-it-works\"><\/span>What is Threads and how it works<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Threads is a new <b>social network<\/b> from <b>Meta<\/b>. It has been available in Europe since December 14, 2023. Users can share short text messages, images and videos there.<\/p><div class=\"losgehts-inhalt losgehts-entity-placement\" style=\"text-align: center;\" id=\"losgehts-3000875604\"><div class=\"losgehts-adlabel\">Anzeige<\/div><script type=\"text\/plain\" data-tcf=\"waiting-for-consent\" data-id=\"405718\" data-bid=\"1\">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<\/script><\/div>\n<p>It is similar to X (formerly Twitter), but has its own special features.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-it-works-and-main-features\"><\/span>How it works and main features<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Threads allow users to share messages up to 500 characters long. This is longer than X. Videos can be up to 5 minutes long.<\/p>\n<p>A special feature is the use of tags instead of hashtags. 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This makes logging in easier, but restricts its use. A Threads account can only be deleted if the Instagram account is also deleted.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"post-types-and-interaction-options\"><\/span>Post types and interaction options<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Threads offers various ways to share content. Users can share texts, images, videos and links. <b>Interaction<\/b> takes place through likes, comments and the sharing of posts.<\/p>\n<p>Users can also report, mute or block content. A special function is the publication of posts on Threads and simultaneously as a story on Instagram.<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Function<\/th>\n<th>Threads<\/th>\n<th>X (Twitter)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Character limit<\/td>\n<td>500<\/td>\n<td>280 (4000 for Premium)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Video length<\/td>\n<td>Up to 5 minutes<\/td>\n<td>Varies depending on subscription<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sign in<\/td>\n<td>Instagram account required<\/td>\n<td>Independent registration<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Tags<\/td>\n<td>tags<\/td>\n<td>hashtags<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"differences-and-similarities-to-x-formerly-twitter\"><\/span>Differences and similarities to X (formerly Twitter)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Threads and X are two social networks with differences. Here are the most important points in comparison.<\/p><div class=\"losgehts-inhalt losgehts-entity-placement\" style=\"text-align: center;\" id=\"losgehts-194580663\"><div class=\"losgehts-adlabel\">Anzeige<\/div><div id=\"losgehts-4068792101\"><a data-bid=\"1\" data-no-instant=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.de\/linkout\/397415\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" class=\"notrack\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"LC-Power_300x250\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/LC-Power_300x250.jpg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/LC-Power_300x250.jpg 300w, https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/LC-Power_300x250-220x183.jpg 220w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" width=\"300\" height=\"250\"   \/><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"text-length-and-media-functions\"><\/span>Text length and media functions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Threads allows 500 characters per post. X has 280 characters for standard users and up to 25,000 for premium subscribers. Threads allows up to ten media elements to be uploaded, X only four.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"feed-system-and-algorithm\"><\/span>Feed system and algorithm<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>X has better search functions and filters. Threads launched without a search engine and delayed the web version until August 2024. X shows ads, Threads is ad-free.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"data-protection-and-privacy-settings\"><\/span>Data protection and privacy settings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Threads collects more data than X, which raises privacy concerns. Both offer privacy settings. Threads requires an Instagram account, X has more login options.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"integration-into-the-fediverse\"><\/span>Integration into the Fediverse<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Threads plans <b>Fediverse integration<\/b>, which enables connections to other platforms. X remains a closed system.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-336802\" title=\"Threads vs. X Vergleich\" src=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Threads-vs.-X-Vergleich-780x446.jpg\" alt=\"Threads vs. X comparison\" width=\"780\" height=\"446\" srcset=\"https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Threads-vs.-X-Vergleich-780x446.jpg 780w, https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Threads-vs.-X-Vergleich-390x223.jpg 390w, https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Threads-vs.-X-Vergleich-220x126.jpg 220w, https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Threads-vs.-X-Vergleich-1320x754.jpg 1320w, https:\/\/basic-tutorials.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Threads-vs.-X-Vergleich.jpg 1344w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/p><div class=\"losgehts-inhalt losgehts-entity-placement\" style=\"text-align: center;\" id=\"losgehts-1967287623\"><div class=\"losgehts-adlabel\">Anzeige<\/div><script type=\"text\/plain\" data-tcf=\"waiting-for-consent\" data-id=\"405718\" data-bid=\"1\">PGRpdiBpZD0ibG9zZ2VodHMtMzcxMzQ4ODMxNCIgY2xhc3M9Imdhc19mYWxsYmFjay1hZF80MDU3MTgtLXBsYWNlbWVudF8zNDgzODMiPjxzY3JpcHQgYXN5bmMgc3JjPSIvL3BhZ2VhZDIuZ29vZ2xlc3luZGljYXRpb24uY29tL3BhZ2VhZC9qcy9hZHNieWdvb2dsZS5qcz9jbGllbnQ9Y2EtcHViLTgxNDg3Njg4MjM4MDczMzAiIGNyb3Nzb3JpZ2luPSJhbm9ueW1vdXMiPjwvc2NyaXB0PjxpbnMgY2xhc3M9ImFkc2J5Z29vZ2xlIiBzdHlsZT0iZGlzcGxheTpibG9jazsiIGRhdGEtYWQtY2xpZW50PSJjYS1wdWItODE0ODc2ODgyMzgwNzMzMCIgCmRhdGEtYWQtc2xvdD0iODY0MTc4NTI2NSIgCmRhdGEtYWQtZm9ybWF0PSJhdXRvIj48L2lucz4KPHNjcmlwdD4gCihhZHNieWdvb2dsZSA9IHdpbmRvdy5hZHNieWdvb2dsZSB8fCBbXSkucHVzaCh7fSk7IAo8L3NjcmlwdD4KPC9kaXY+<\/script><\/div>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Feature<\/th>\n<th>Threads<\/th>\n<th>X (formerly Twitter)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Character limit<\/td>\n<td>500<\/td>\n<td>280 (25,000 for Premium)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Media elements per post<\/td>\n<td>10<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>User base (MAU)<\/td>\n<td>130 million<\/td>\n<td>368 million<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Advertising<\/td>\n<td>No<\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Fediverse integration<\/b><\/td>\n<td>Planned<\/td>\n<td>No<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Threads has made a promising start as a <b>microblogging platform<\/b> in Germany. It connects closely with Instagram, which makes it easy to gain new followers. Young people between the ages of 20 and 45 find it particularly attractive.<\/p>\n<p>The <b>future of Threads<\/b> depends on user engagement. With 500 characters and the ability to share photos and videos, it offers plenty of room for creativity. The introduction of private messages could set it apart from other platforms.<\/p>\n<p>Threads shows a trend towards genuine and spontaneous content. In contrast, classic Instagram posts and influencer marketing are less popular. For companies, this means finding new ways to communicate.<\/p>\n<p>Whether Threads will be successful in the long term remains to be seen. Integration into the <b>Fediverse<\/b> could strengthen its position. It will be exciting to see how Threads develops between now and 2024 and what role it plays in the social media world.<\/p>\n<section class=\"schema-section\">\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"faq\"><\/span>FAQ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-is-threads-and-who-is-behind-it\"><\/span>What is Threads and who is behind it?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div>\n<div>\n<p>Threads is a <b>social network<\/b> developed by Meta. Launched in July 2023, it is closely linked to Instagram and offers content on entertainment, sports, music and fashion.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-do-i-sign-up-for-threads\"><\/span>How do I sign up for Threads?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div>\n<div>\n<p>You must have an Instagram account to sign up for Threads. This makes the sign-up process easier. The app is available for iOS and Android. There is also a web frontend for the browser.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-types-of-posts-can-i-share-on-threads\"><\/span>What types of posts can I share on Threads?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div>\n<div>\n<p>You can share text messages, images, videos and links on Threads. You can also like, comment on and share posts.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-is-threads-different-from-x-formerly-twitter\"><\/span>How is Threads different from X (formerly Twitter)?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div>\n<div>\n<p>Threads allows longer posts and videos than X. There is no hashtag search. Threads is planning an integration into Fediverse, which should enable connections to other platforms.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-does-the-threads-feed-work\"><\/span>How does the Threads feed work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div>\n<div>\n<p>Threads has two feeds: an algorithmic feed and a chronological feed. The algorithmic feed shows posts based on your interests. The chronological feed shows the latest posts.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"do-threads-have-hashtags-like-other-social-networks\"><\/span>Do threads have hashtags like other social networks?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div>\n<div>\n<p>Threads only allows one hashtag per post. This is different from X or Instagram, where multiple hashtags are common.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-about-data-protection-in-threads\"><\/span>What about data protection in Threads?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div>\n<div>\n<p>Threads collects a lot of personal data. However, there are privacy settings such as private profiles. It is important to check and adjust these settings.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-threads-suitable-for-children-and-teenagers\"><\/span>Is Threads suitable for children and teenagers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div>\n<div>\n<p>Threads has age restrictions for children and teens. Parents should monitor usage. You can use parental controls to ensure a safe environment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-is-the-fediverse-and-how-does-threads-plan-to-integrate-it\"><\/span>What is the Fediverse and how does Threads plan to integrate it?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div>\n<div>\n<p>The Fediverse is a network of decentralized social media platforms. Threads plans to integrate into this system. This could strengthen Threads&#8216; position in the social media market.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, has introduced Threads. It is a microblogging platform that is considered an Instagram alternative. It has been causing a stir since July 2023. Threads allows users to publish short text messages. These can be up to 500 characters long. 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