Attention, online detectives! A new test on Instagram could put an end to our sneaky screenshotting. The platform is currently experimenting with a feature that notifies users if someone has taken a screenshot of their story. While this is still in the testing phase, the days of quiet lurking may be numbered.
Reports surfaced after some users began receiving notifications within the app. If your account is part of this experiment and you screenshot a story, you’ll see a message stating: “Next time you take a screenshot or screen recording, the person who posted the story will be able to see.” One thoughtful user even shared a screenshot of this notification online.
Instagram confirmed to TechCrunch that they are trialing this new notification system but didn’t reveal how many users are involved or the duration of the test. “We are always testing ways to improve the experience on Instagram and make it easier to share any moment with the people who matter to you,” the company stated.
Personally, I find it puzzling why such transparency is necessary. I often forget what I screenshot, which generally consists of mundane things like recipes and books. However, sharing a screenshot of a friend’s story or video can be a fun way to chat in today’s digital age.
Previously, users were only alerted when screenshots were taken of private direct messages. If this new feature rolls out, users will be able to see who captured a screenshot of their story by clicking on an icon resembling a camera shutter that appears on the story. Another kind user shared what this looks like (see below).
These alerts won’t appear in the main notifications feed, requiring users to take a few extra steps to view them. So if you’re feeling bold, you could continue to screenshot stories and hope that your targets don’t check who’s been lurking.
Many internet users have pointed out that this feature resembles Snapchat’s approach, so it may not come as a shock to those familiar with both platforms. Still, one has to wonder: who asked for this? Let us lurk in peace! There’s still hope; if users stop engaging with stories due to this potential loss of anonymity, Instagram might reconsider the rollout of these notifications.
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In summary, Instagram is testing a feature that could notify users when someone screenshots their story, echoing functionality found on Snapchat. While still in the experimental stage, this change could significantly affect how users interact with the platform.
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