Meta has removed end-to-end encryption support for Instagram direct messages starting May 8, 2026. End-to-end encryption prevents messages from being accessed by anyone except the sender and recipient, including the platform itself. The company added that users who want encrypted messaging can continue using WhatsApp, where end-to-end encryption is enabled by default. Read more in our articles including "Instagram removes end-to-end encryption for DMs" and "BPI expands barcode cash deposit service to Robinsons Retail stores".
Meta has removed end-to-end encryption support for Instagram direct messages starting May 8, 2026. End-to-end encryption prevents messages from being accessed by anyone except the sender and recipient, including the platform itself.
The company added that users who want encrypted messaging can continue using WhatsApp, where end-to-end encryption is enabled by default.
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