Instagram Ending End-to-End Encryption for Chat
Instagram is removing end-to-end encryption on direct messages (DMs). Previously only participants could read these chats.
Who Is at Risk
Anyone who uses Instagram’s private/secure chats—especially people who store sensitive photos, messages, or records there.
What to Watch For
Watch for in-app notices telling you to download or save chats and media and prompts to update your Instagram app before the deadline.
What to Do
Immediately export or download any messages or media you want to keep, update the app, and move sensitive conversations to a different secure messaging service if needed.