Instagram to End Encrypted Messaging Feature from May 2026, Users Advised to Download Chats

In a significant shift to its messaging features, Instagram has announced that it will discontinue its end-to-end (E2E) encrypted messaging option starting May 8, 2026. The decision, confirmed by parent company Meta, marks a notable change in how user conversations on the platform will be secured moving forward. The update was communicated through an official […]