Threads is getting its own hidden words feature

Meta is bringing some of its existing safety features to Threads, including the Hidden Words tool. The platform, which recently reached more than 150 million users, will now let you filter words, phrases, and even emojis, just like you can on Instagram.

Threads will have the default setting and will filter out anything they deem offensive, along with content that may be irrelevant or uninteresting. You can then add other things you want to be filtered out, such as ‘weight loss’, ‘assault’ or a derogatory term. To add your own options, go to “manage custom words and phrases” and type in anything you’re sick of seeing in Threads.

The platform is also testing two additional features: muting and quote controls. The first will allow you to silence notifications specifically for any interaction with your posts. That way, you can still receive alerts about new followers or tags without seeing every reply. Citation controls would let you choose who can cite your post and even let you stop citing yourself. Meta has not yet announced when these two features may be available to all Threads users.