Instagram, the photo-sharing service owned by Facebook, has introduced a keyword moderation tool that lets users filter out offensive or inappropriate words from their posts.
This feature, first launched in July, is now being extended to more than 500 million Instagram users across the world.
“The first feature we’re introducing is a keyword moderation tool that anyone can use,” Instagram Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder, Kevin Systrom, said in a blog post on Monday.
“Now, when you tap the gear icon on your profile, you’ll find a new comments tool. This feature lets you list words you consider offensive or inappropriate. Comments with these words will be hidden from your posts,” he said, adding that this is in addition to the tools Instagram has already developed, such as swiping to delete comments, reporting inappropriate comments and blocking accounts.
A user can choose his own words or use default words the company has provided.
“We know tools aren’t the only solution for this complex problem, but together we can work towards keeping Instagram a safe place for self-expression. My commitment to you is that we will keep building features that safeguard the community and maintain what makes Instagram a positive and creative place for everyone,” he added.
Instagram is an online mobile photo-sharing, video-sharing, and social networking service.