Instagram Drops Encrypted Messages | E2EE Direct Messages End May 8, 2026
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Mar 14, 2026, 20:30 IST | Updated: Mar 14, 2026, 20:30 IST
Instagram is set to end end-to-end encrypted (E2EE) direct messages on May 8, 2026, marking a major shift in the platform’s messaging privacy features. The move means that encrypted chats previously available for some users will no longer be supported, raising questions about privacy, security, and user data protection.
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