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Briefing: Instagram is getting rid of end-to-end encrypted DMs that ‘very few’ people used

Strategic angle: Instagram will discontinue support for end-to-end encrypted messages starting May 8th due to low usage.

Editorial Staff · 2026-03-13 · 1 MIN READ

End-to-end encryption (E2EE) will be removed from Instagram DMs.

The decision is based on the low number of users utilizing the feature.

Meta spokesperson confirmed the discontinuation to The Verge.