If you want a sneak peek at the upcoming features for Threads, Meta’s Twitter rival, you’re in luck. Read on to learn how to become a Threads beta tester.
Meta Is Accepting Beta Testers for Threads
Meta launched its Threads app on 5 July 2023, amassing millions of users in record time. However, the Threads app is still missing some features that would make it a Twitter-killer, such as direct messages, hashtags, and a full web version.
Meta has confirmed that it’s working on adding these features and more. It’s also inviting Android users who want early access to new features on Threads to sign up for its beta tester program.
Beta testers get early access to new features before they are released to the public. They’ll also be able to provide feedback and suggestions to the developers, helping them improve the app and make it more user-friendly.
How to Become a Threads Beta Tester
The Threads app is available for both Android and iOS devices, but only Android users can join the beta program for now. Here’s how to join Threads' beta program on your Android device:
- Go to the Google Play Store and search for "Threads". Tap onThreads, an Instagram app.
- Scroll down to the Join the Beta section.
- Tap on Join and wait for a few minutes.
- Update the app to the latest beta version.
You can leave the beta program at any time by following the same steps and tapping Leave. You will then receive the regular version of the app from the Play Store.
As a beta tester, you'll get early access to new features and bug fixes, but you may also have to deal with some instability and glitches.
Become a Threads Beta Tester
Becoming a Threads beta tester is a great way to try out new features before anyone else and help improve the app. If you don’t mind occasional bugs or sharing your usage data with Meta, use the above steps to sign up.
However, if you're uncomfortable with these conditions, you may want to wait for public updates.
