Instagram Plus: Meta has started rolling out Instagram Plus, its subscription plan, priced at around ₹380 per month.

How much does Instagram Plus cost, and what features will it offer?

Instagram Plus: Meta no longer wants to rely solely on ads for revenue. The company believes that some people are willing to pay for extra features and tools. Keeping this in mind, the company has started rolling out paid subscriptions for its social media platforms, Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp. These have been being tested for the past few days, and now the company has started rolling them out. Today we will learn what features are available in Instagram's subscription plan Instagram Plus, and how much will have to be paid for it.

What will you get in Instagram Plus?

Instagram Plus is especially useful for those who frequently post stories and want more control over them. Users opting for this plan will be able to see how many people have rewatched their Instagram stories . They'll also have the option to create audience lists beyond just close friends and keep stories live for longer than 24 hours. They'll also have the opportunity to spotlight one story a week to increase its visibility. Other features include the ability to search among story viewers, view stories without appearing on anyone's viewer list, and post to your own profile without posting to your followers' feeds.

Customization option will also be available

In addition to the features listed above, Instagram Plus also offers some customization tools. Paid subscribers will be able to customize the app icon. They will also have the option of animated Super Heart reactions and more profile pins. In other words, apart from customization and story-related options, this plan offers nothing extra for users. However, the company has stated that more interesting features may be added in the future. On the other hand, Facebook Plus is also said to have features similar to Instagram Plus.

How much do I need to pay for Instagram Plus?

Meta has set the same pricing for Instagram Plus and Facebook Plus. Both plans are priced at $3.99 (approximately Rs. 380) per month. However, pricing for India has not yet been announced. It's worth noting that even with the introduction of paid subscriptions, core functions of these apps, such as posting, messaging, scrolling, etc., will remain free.