Instagram slammed for deletion of queer accounts: 'Erasure, not moderation'

Instagram slammed for deletion of queer accounts: 'Erasure, not moderation'

Instagram has deleted multiple UK queer-inclusive arts organisations from its platform, leaving creatives without needed work.  In January, Meta – the social media giant that owns Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and Threads – admitted to removing inoffensive LGBTQ+ posts, claiming this was due to a “technical error.” Several queer-inclusive UK organisations are now reporting that their Instagram accounts are being deleted without any warning, leav…

‘Erasure, Not Moderation’: Instagram Faces Backlash Over Deletion of Queer-Led Arts Accounts

Instagram is facing widespread backlash after deleting several UK queer-led arts and sex worker accounts, sparking accusations of censorship and digital erasure.