Has Instagram started to overshadow other social media platforms for you? Many people adore this massive platform that is controlled by Facebook, while others loathe it. What began as a natural way to share images with friends and family in 2010 has developed into a tech behemoth. And in 2012, when Facebook bought Instagram, a social media monopoly was established.

In line with Instagram Alternative users have also lamented the decline in Instagram engagement caused by an algorithm that favors large accounts and sponsored posts over community-building, which may be enough for them to stop using Instagram on their own. Users should be aware of the platform's intrusive privacy policies. Instagram has access to your camera and microphone, can track and share your personal information, and has a nonexclusive license to any content you share.