Over the years, the Instagram logo has undergone several transformations, since the initial design (whose object of inspiration was the old Polaroid camera) was modernized with details and chromatic changes.
Instagram is the name of one of the social networks that is most used in the world today. This popular communication tool was born in the United States at the initiative of Brazilian Mike Krieger and North American Kevin Systrom .
It is owned by the Meta conglomerate, the powerful group that also manages Facebook (the revolutionary platform that Mark Zuckerberg created several years ago) and the WhatsApp application, for example.
Instagram , as noted when reviewing its history, came to light in 2010 focusing on the publication of photographs and videos . Seasons later, its developers enabled the option of hashtags (tags or keywords identified with the pound symbol at the beginning of each term), a useful resource to achieve greater visibility and increase the chances of accumulating more 'Like' reactions and comments. .
Over time, and in order to improve the user experience, more and more Instagram filters were incorporated, mentions or tagging of people were allowed, the possibility of sending and receiving direct messages was added, and the creation and publication of messages was authorized. of stories (as defined as audiovisual content that can be complemented with a phrase, song or stickers and are shown on the screen for just 24 hours).
Instagram Features and Tools
Over time, the number of Instagram functions and tools has multiplied.
There are those who make the most of the options of this social network to beautify images before sharing them. You can choose to apply frames , modify colors or tones, use filters , etc.
Likewise, it is possible to have private conversations through Instagram Direct and make ephemeral stories through the Instagram Stories service.
IGTV is the name of another alternative that, years ago, was made available to the millions of users who daily share information, their own experiences, reflections and even advertising through Instagram . In this case, the launch has opened the door to the dissemination and reproduction of vertically oriented videos.
Parental controls on Instagram and other social networks are essential to minimize risks and restrict content in order to protect minors with Internet access as much as possible.
By listing the benefits of this creative space that promotes remote contact between many people, Instagram Reels also gains relevance, the ideal resource for watching, generating and disseminating attractive short videos.
Beyond making the most of the alternatives that this social network has launched to seduce individuals and contribute to the development of brands and companies, each user would have to know in detail and decipher the operation of the Instagram algorithm to understand how it works. It can improve the visibility of certain content, access material of interest and add followers.
Influencers
People who manage to stand out on a social network (or in other media) due to the influence they exert on a large number of people through their comments, opinions or their way of dressing, the type of food they choose or their style of life are popularly defined as influencers .
These personalities, in addition to international fame, earn money thanks to their ability to set trends and contribute, through their publications , to the positioning of ventures , products or services .
Influencers abound on Instagram . Although the majority are real men and women who were even successful in their respective occupations before opening an account and starting to share audiovisual content, virtual celebrities created from artificial intelligence have already been appearing. This is the case of, for example, the model named Aitana López , whose profile on the aforementioned social network describes her as a "cosplay lover" who, among her greatest interests, has the fitness and gamer universes.
Tennis fans, meanwhile, closely follow the publications of the attractive influencer Rachel Stuhlmann , while chef Andrés Simón inspires and motivates his more than four million followers thanks to the videos he broadcasts to encourage the homemade preparation of a wide variety of dishes: from Milanese with noodles and chicken sticks to flans and croissants, among other delicacies.
It should be noted that influencers , as well as numerous personalities, usually manage Instagram verification with the purpose of legitimizing and enhancing credibility and trust regarding the account, increasing the level of audience and optimizing individual performance in search results. When the system verifies the authenticity of the user and confirms compliance with certain requirements, a verified badge is displayed next to the name and Instagram profile photo .
Facebook and Instagram, among other applications and messaging services, are owned by Meta Platforms.
Instagram News
Instagram news doesn't stop. Relatively frequently, with the aim of not losing audience and maintaining a competitive nature, changes and updates related to the user experience, available resources and innovation in communication come to light.
From the application, for example, it is now possible to download reels , but it is not the only news that, in recent times, has aroused the interest of those who use Instagram daily. The ability to generate multiple friend lists, add audio notes to stories and birthday reminders are part of the recent announcements.