# Threads

> Connect and share ideas

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.instagram.barcelona](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.instagram.barcelona)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.instagram.barcelona`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Instagram
- **Category:** SOCIAL
- **Downloads:** 677,249,150
- **Rating:** 4.03 / 5 (2,602,473 ratings)
- **Version:** 445.0.0.46.83
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-08
- **First published:** 2023-05-01
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 127 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-10
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.instagram.barcelona)
- **Website:** [http://help.instagram.com/](http://help.instagram.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://instagram.com/legal/privacy/](http://instagram.com/legal/privacy/)

## Description

Threads is Instagram’s dedicated text-based conversation app, allowing you to engage in meaningful discussions around your favorite topics. With an easy connection to your Instagram followers, your identity and verification are seamlessly carried over. Share your thoughts openly by starting new threads, control who interacts with your content, and dive into lively exchanges with friends and creators.

Explore a vast range of subjects from pop culture to career advice, gain inspiration from community-driven conversations, and stay updated with trending topics and live events. As part of the fediverse, Threads fosters an open social network ecosystem, encouraging connections beyond traditional platforms while maintaining community safety through established guidelines. Threads lets you express yourself authentically and keep pace with what matters most to you.

## Rankings

- #235 — Overall
- #6 — Social (Free)
- #39 — Application (Free)
- #11 — Top app in Malaysia
- #15 — Top app in Turkey
- #16 — Top app in South Korea

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `.permission.RECEIVE_ADM_MESSAGE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_MEDIA_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.CALL_PHONE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CAPTURE_VIDEO_OUTPUT`
- `android.permission.CREDENTIAL_MANAGER_SET_ALLOWED_PROVIDERS`
- `android.permission.DETECT_SCREEN_CAPTURE`
- `android.permission.DETECT_SCREEN_RECORDING`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PROJECTION`
- `android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MEDIA_PROJECTION`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VIDEO`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VISUAL_USER_SELECTED`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.READ_PROFILE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_CREDENTIALS`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.amazon.device.messaging.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.facebook.katana.provider.ACCESS`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.instagram.barcelona.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.instagram.barcelona.permission.CROSS_PROCESS_BROADCAST_MANAGER`

## Review summary

User reviews are mixed. Many say the app is nice, neat, and enjoyable, with some even reporting meaningful connections. However, repeated concerns across multiple reviews highlight problems: a prevalence of bots and fake profiles with scammers, navigation and login frustrations (broken links and repeated sign-ins), and safety worries about teen content and underage interactions. A few users also mention suspicious giveaways. Despite these issues, a substantial number of users express positive sentiment and consider Threads a worthy or good social app.

### Pros

- Engaging, neat, and enjoyable to use.
- Generally positive sentiment with users finding the app nice and fun.
- Some users report meaningful connections or relationships formed.
- Described by a subset of users as one of the best or a pleasant app to use.

### Cons

- High presence of bots/fake profiles and scammers.
- Navigation and login issues, including broken links and repeated login prompts.
- Safety concerns due to teen-oriented content and underage interactions.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.instagram.barcelona)