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Facebook Makes All Videos Reels to Simplify Sharing and Creation

Facebook Makes All Videos Reels to Simplify Sharing and Creation

6 hours ago

Facebook is simplifying video sharing by transitioning all video uploads to reels format, removing the need to choose between video or reel uploads. The creation process will be streamlined with more creative tools, but audience controls remain unchanged, allowing users to select who sees their reels. The Video tab is renamed to Reels tab, and existing videos stay on profiles. This change will roll out globally over months.

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Meta Warns Page Managers Against Adding Links in Facebook Posts

Meta Warns Page Managers Against Adding Links in Facebook Posts

1 days ago

Meta advises Facebook Page managers to place links in the first comment instead of in the post body. This recommendation was noted by users in their Professional Dashboard insights. While some still include links in posts, deleting the URL text can help maintain engagement. Meta's data shows that 97.3% of views go to posts without external links, indicating a decline in link post exposure. Trying this strategy may be beneficial but requires extra effort.

oEmbed Updates Announced for Instagram and Facebook Posts and Videos

oEmbed Updates Announced for Instagram and Facebook Posts and Videos

2 months ago

The oEmbed feature enables apps to embed HTML and metadata for public Facebook and Instagram content. Recent updates to oEmbed endpoints will remove certain fields and deprecate the Facebook page posts endpoint. Developers can request the new meta_oembed_read feature without changes. Existing users will transition to this feature by October 1, 2025. Instagram will no longer provide thumbnail fields, so developers should create their own.

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Facebook ends targeted ads for UK woman following legal action

Facebook ends targeted ads for UK woman following legal action

2 months ago

Facebook will stop targeting ads at Tanya O'Carroll after she filed a lawsuit against Meta. O'Carroll argued that targeted advertising violates her rights under UK law, with the Information Commissioner's Office agreeing that such ads are direct marketing. She became aware of invasive ads when Facebook changed its targeting after she became pregnant. Meta disagrees with the ruling but is exploring a subscription model for UK users to opt out of ads.

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WhatsApp Business Users Get New API Solutions from Facebook

WhatsApp Business Users Get New API Solutions from Facebook

3 months ago

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Facebook has introduced new API solutions for WhatsApp Business App users, allowing the use of both the Business App and Cloud API with the same phone number. This enhances onboarding and conversation management. Businesses can access advanced tools and choose between the free Business App and paid API. Integration into sign-up flows takes about two weeks. The rollout is global, excluding specific countries, with plans to expand.

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Meta Launches Community Notes Testing on Facebook, Instagram and Threads in US Trending ️‍🔥

Meta Launches Community Notes Testing on Facebook, Instagram and Threads in US

3 months ago

Meta is testing Community Notes on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads in the US, replacing its third-party fact-checking program. This crowd-sourced approach allows diverse contributors to add context to posts, aiming to reduce bias. Initially, notes won't be public as the system is tested. Contributors must meet specific criteria, and notes will have a character limit and require links. The program will gradually roll out, with plans for global expansion.

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Facebook Updates Live Video Storage Policy for Enhanced User Experience

Facebook Updates Live Video Storage Policy for Enhanced User Experience

3 months ago

Facebook is changing its live video storage policy. From February 19th, new live broadcasts can be replayed, downloaded, or shared for 30 days before being deleted. This aligns with industry standards. Live videos older than 30 days will be removed, with notifications sent to users to download or transfer their videos within 90 days. Users can convert live videos into reels. There is also an option to postpone deletion for six months.

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Instagram enables sharing past Reels on Facebook for increased reach and monetization

Instagram enables sharing past Reels on Facebook for increased reach and monetization

5 months ago

Instagram now allows users to post past Reels on Facebook for increased reach. Users can share previously unshared Reels to their Facebook Page to gain more views and connect with new audiences. Additionally, users can automatically schedule up to 100 Reels to be shared over 30 days when selecting 6 or more. There are also new monetization tools available, allowing users to potentially earn money by sharing their Reels on Facebook.

Instagram Launches Facebook Page Mention Integration

Instagram Launches Facebook Page Mention Integration

5 months ago

Instagram has introduced a feature allowing users to tag Facebook Pages in their posts, enhancing cross-platform visibility and engagement. This functionality strengthens connections between Instagram and Facebook, supporting Meta's goal of seamless integration. It enables businesses and creators to enhance their presence on both platforms.

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