Instagram has introduced Close Friends on Instagram Live, allowing users to privately broadcast live only to those on their Close Friends list. In addition, up to three people can co-broadcast.

Instagram is phasing out Flipside, its 'Finsta' feature.

Instagram has started testing the ability for users to share Stories with multiple audience lists.

Instagram has added a Share to Feed toggle for some users during the post-creation process.

Instagram is testing a new feature that allows users to control who can see their likes on other people's posts and Reels.

Instagram has rolled out a new Audience option for users in the UK, allowing them to share their Feed Posts and Reels with either everyone or exclusively with individuals on their Close Friends list.

Instagram launches a new feature called Close Friends. The feature allows users to share Stories content with a select group of users rather than all of their followers or the general public.