Liked the old Instagram better? Here are some alternatives for a neat photo-sharing experience

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Liked the old Instagram better? Here are some alternatives for a neat photo-sharing experience
In recent times, Instagram has changed its user interface, it has become a TikTok knockoff after the exponential growth of the Chinese short video platform. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has said that the company is planning to double the amount of content from recommended accounts that people see while using Instagram and Facebook by the end of 2023. Giving recommendations for unfollowed accounts might reduce people’s interest in using the application. Videos tend to provide more entertainment than photos, but changing the whole algorithm might not be a good decision for all.
If you prefer the good-old simple, clean version of Instagram, you have landed in the right place. In this post, we have compiled a list of the top five applications that offer a lighter and cleaner photo-sharing user experience.
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Tumblr

Tumblr
Tumblr

Founded in 2007, Tumblr is a microblogging and social networking website. It is designed to provide controlled content and appearance. With no 'story' feature, Tumblr only allows you to post blogs, text, images, videos, audio, and links. It is a good platform for information as well as entertainment. The application is available for both Android and iOS users.

Glass

Glass
Glass

Glass can be a great alternative to Instagram with no ads, engagement algorithms, data tracking, and more. It allows you to share photos and offers organic exploration with a public profile option. Unlike Instagram, people can react to posts with appreciation and not likes. It is a great option to be used if you have a keen interest in photography. You can use this on iPhone, iPad, and the Web.

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500px

500px
500px

Available for both Android and iOS users, the 500px is a photo-sharing platform. It is designed to be used on both mobile and desktop, giving an enhanced viewing experience. It allows you to share and explore photos across the world. You can explore your favorite genre in the discover section. It also allows you to license your work and get paid for it. Also, it conducts photo contests.

VSCO

VSCO
VSCO

Whether editing a photo/video or sharing it with your audience, VSCO is a great option. It helps enhance the look and quality of your selected media. It offers free video and photo editing tools, or if you want to explore advanced tools, you must require a subscription. This application allows you to connect with VSCO friends and build community. Both Android and iOS users can use this application.

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Snapchat

Snapchat
Snapchat

While both Instagram and Snapchat focus on image and video sharing, Snapchat is a more private platform. It informs its users if anybody takes a screenshot of his/her picture or screen records the video. It not only provides entertainment but also features a map option to let you know what is happening worldwide.