Difference between revisions of "Instagram Censorship"

'''Instagram''' is a free photo and video sharing social media platform that allows users to connect with their followers or with a select group of friends. Its mission is to capture and share the world’s moments. <ref>https://about.instagram.com/</ref> Instagram has an audience of more than one billion users. Nearly 70% of the total Instagram population are under 35 years old. <ref>https://www.socialpilot.co/instagram-marketing/instagram-stats#:~:text=Instagram%20has%20over%201.22%20billion,25.31%20%25%20of%20the%20world's%20population.</ref> Used by 25% of the world’s population, from small businesses to large institutions, news organizations to cultural hubs, celebrities, photographers, musicians, and influencers, Instagram allows its users to create visual impressions and share parts of their life through posts, stories, short-form videos, live streaming, and direct messages. <ref>https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/what-is-instagram-how-to-use-guide</ref> With over 80% of its users discovering new products through hashtags, searches, and Instagram ads and about 80% of users inspired by a post or story to buy something, Instagram is still a highly engaging and influential platform. <ref>https://nealschaffer.com/instagram-statistics/</ref> Despite the positive effects it brings to its users, Instagram is facing controversies regarding its decision on censorship. Its algorithm has come under fire for implementing racist decisions and double standards.