Instagram DMs aren't end-to-end encrypted, starting today

Instagram has removed end-to-end encryption from direct messages, switching all DMs to standard encryption.

The change ends an opt-in privacy feature, and Meta says it was retired because too few people used it.

Users who want end-to-end encrypted chats are being directed to WhatsApp or Messenger.

The move reduces privacy for Instagram messaging and changes how sensitive conversations are protected.