Threads is getting a new transparency feature (dashboard) that allows users to see how their account is being punished when they violate the platform's rules. At the same time, video ads are making their first appearance on the platform.
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The new status dashboard is similar to similar features on Instagram and Facebook, showing when content has been removed or demoted from the feed. It also shows which posts cannot be recommended to other users because they violate Threads’ community guidelines, and whether restrictions have been imposed on the use of specific account features. If users feel they have been unfairly penalized, they can appeal through the status dashboard.
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This feature aims to provide greater transparency into actions taken against an account, help users avoid future sanctions , and restore content or features that may have been accidentally restricted. The account status dashboard is already available to Threads users and can be found in the “ account ” section of the settings menu.
Threads is also ramping up its commercialization efforts, with Meta announcing Thursday that it will soon begin testing video ads on the platform. The company said at IAB NewFrontsa “small number” of 19:9 or 1:1 videos will be piloted by advertisers to appear in Threads users’ feeds among organic content. This follows the initial introduction of ads to the platform in January and their global expansion last month.
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Meta’s ad expansion will also impact Facebook and Instagram. A new “ short video ” pilot will show ads alongside popular Reels, capitalizing on increased engagement, while new brand partnership ads will launch on both Facebook and Instagram, including Facebook Live .
Source: theverge
