Episode

Instagram Turns Off the Ability To Use AI With Public Images

Podcast: The Instagram Stories - Social Media News
Published: Jul 14, 2026
Duration seconds: 641
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Canonical source: https://www.instagram.com/danielhillmedia
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Summary

Good news - Meta has removed the ability to use AI modify anyone's publicly available Instagram photos! Also the Head of Instagram answers questions about the new AI tools, how to increase reach globally, and how long the shelf life of a Reel is in the recommendations.