Fact Check: Is Instagram Shutting Down?

ByFactcheck India

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. Fact Check of viral claim

Recently, a series of posts and videos have been circulating on social media, claiming that Instagram is set to shut down in just a few days. However, FactCheck India conducted a thorough investigation and confirmed that these claims are entirely false.

What’s Going Viral?

Over the past few days, a viral video has been spreading across social media platforms, claiming that Instagram will be shutting down on the 10th of the month. A social media user posted this video on Facebook, writing, “Just got the news that Instagram will be closed on the 10th. Share it with your friends quickly.” This post gained considerable traction, prompting widespread concern and confusion among Instagram users.

FactCheck India’s Investigation

Given the widespread nature of this rumor, FactCheck India decided to dig deeper into the claims. We first conducted a search using relevant keywords on Google, looking for any credible news or official sources confirming Instagram’s closure. Unsurprisingly, we found no information supporting these rumors.

To further verify the claim, we checked Instagram’s official account on X (formerly Twitter). No announcement regarding any shutdown was found, reinforcing the idea that this rumor was false.

The Truth Behind the Claim

After our investigation, it is evident that Instagram has not made any official announcement about shutting down. The viral posts and videos circulating on social media are nothing more than baseless rumors. Users are advised to be wary of such misleading claims and avoid spreading unverified information.

Conclusion

The claim that Instagram will shut down on the 10th is entirely false. FactCheck India urges users to rely on credible sources before believing or sharing such information. Always verify from official platforms or trustworthy fact-checkers to avoid falling prey to false news.