This feature is currently being tested among a limited number of US creators. For others, a launch has been promised in the coming months. Interested authors can register for early access.

What is known about the function

looks like new The function is designed to complement the main Instagram page, which allows you to post various informative messages.dealing with users’ ideas, reporting changes, etc.

Instagram channels are very similar to what Telegram offers, but linked to a page on the social network. To participate you must be subscribed to the author.

According to Zuckerberg, it will be possible to broadcast on channels such as:

• text posts,
• picture,
• Video,
• voice messages,
• Questionnaire.

“Channels” interface on Instagram / Photo Instagram

“Channels” interface on Instagram / Photo Instagram

“Channels” interface on Instagram / Photo Instagram

Currently, subscribed users can send reactions – likes and emotions. At the same time, the function of comments is not yet provided.however, the company is promising “additional features”, which will likely include commentary in the near future.

They also promise to add support for joint posts, Q&A sessions, and more in the future.

The head of the company announced that the channels will appear on his other social networks in the coming months.