Why are search results on Threads not in chronological order?

Recently, Instagram's Threads app rolled out an advanced keyword search feature for users globally. The Meta-owned social media app began testing it in Australia and New Zealand earlier this year before bringing it to other regions where Threads is available.

Instagram CEO explains that chronological search results are easily exploited by malicious actors.

Keyword search has been on the list of highly requested features for Threads. This feature provides content from other users and creators based on entered keywords. However, one thing it currently lacks is the ability to display posts in chronological order.

"Can search results on Threads appear in chronological order?", a user asked Instagram head Adam Mosseri. In his response, Mosseri warned that presenting search results in chronological order could make it easier for malicious actors to abuse the platform and attack it with spam, according to Neowin .

He explained that chronological search is an opportunity for bad actors, spammers, or others to abuse it. If something happens in the world , they can attack that search results page by adding the right words to malicious spam links or whatever else.

For this reason, the company had to weigh the risks of spam attacks against displaying search results chronologically, but without including every individual post. However, this could lead to accusations of censorship.

"It's not as simple as people think, but we're definitely exploring all the options," said Adam Mosseri.

For reference, Threads' competitor platform X allows users to view search results chronologically by providing multiple tabs. When browsing results for a specific keyword, users can go to the "Latest" tab to display results in chronological order.

In recent news, users finally have the option to delete Threads profiles without deleting Instagram. The app is reportedly preparing to launch in the European Union (EU) this month; however, its initial version is expected to be read-only.

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