Instagram Accidentally Suspends Millions of Users
11/01/22 • 3 min
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Links to the things we discussed this episode:
- Instagram's Twitter Post
- Instagram fixes outage that told millions their accounts were suspended - The Verge
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Good Morning, Podcasters! is a product of Snoring Dog Media, LLC. Podcasting Sucks! is a product of Snoring Dog Media, LLC & Jeff Townsend Media.
Welcome to the first official episode of the all-new Good Morning Podcasters. Not sure if you experienced this, but millions of users got BOOTED from their accounts. Turns out, it was just a glitch, but a lot of people and podcasters (hey, podcasters are people, too!) were feeling the heartburn.
Links to the things we discussed this episode:
- Instagram's Twitter Post
- Instagram fixes outage that told millions their accounts were suspended - The Verge
Follow Us
Twitter: @GMPodcasters | @FuzzMartin | @Podcast_Father
Good Morning, Podcasters! is a product of Snoring Dog Media, LLC. Podcasting Sucks! is a product of Snoring Dog Media, LLC & Jeff Townsend Media.
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Good Morning Podcasters! - Instagram Accidentally Suspends Millions of Users
Transcript Summary
In the latest episode of Good Morning Podcasters, titled "Instagram Accidentally Suspends Millions of Users," hosts Fuzz Martin and Jeff Townsend delve into the recent fiasco surrounding Instagram. The social media giant experienced a massive outage, leading to account suspensions and a loss of followers for many users. Instagram promptly issued an apology via Twitter and resolved the issue, but it raises concerns about similar incidents happening with other Meta brands. Fuzz and Jeff offer helpful advice, suggesting that during such times, checking the internet for updates and seeing if others are facing the same issue can prevent unnecessary panic. The outage may have also affected Halloween content posting, making it a timely and pertinent discussion. Stay up to date with Good Morning Podcasters on Twitter at @GMPodcasters and follow Fuzz Martin at @FuzzMartin. Don't miss this episode, as it sheds light on the behind-the-scenes of Instagram's misstep and provides valuable insights for social media users everywhere.
Transcript
Fuzz Martin 0:00
I'm Fuzz Martin and this is the all-new Good Morning Podcasters. Good morning, how's your day going? If you're just tuning in I, along with Jeff Townsend of Jeff Townsend Media, recently purchased Good Morning Podcasters from Tanner Campbell. If you want to learn about me and what we plan to do with the show, this show and also Podcasting Sucks, hop on over and check out the trailer to this show. By the way, this show is currently propagating to the various pod catcher
Instagram Accidentally Suspends Millions of Users Top Questions Answered
How did Fuzz Martin and Jeff Townsend acquire Good Morning Podcasters?
The details of Fuzz Martin and Jeff Townsend's acquisition of Good Morning Podcasters are not provided in the information given.
What happened to Instagram on Monday?
Instagram experienced an outage on Monday, resulting in suspended accounts and a decrease in follower count.
How did Instagram address the issues it faced?
Instagram apologized on Twitter for the bug that caused access issues and changes in follower counts.
Have similar problems occurred with other Meta brands?
Yes, the information mentions that similar issues have happened with Meta brands in the past.
What should you do if you face unexpected account issues on Instagram?
If you encounter unexpected account issues on Instagram, it is recommended to check the internet to see if others are experiencing the same problem before panicking.
Did the Instagram outage affect Halloween content posting?
It is mentioned that the Instagram outage may have impacted the posting of Halloween content, but further details are not given.
Where can I find updates about Good Morning Podcasters and Fuzz Martin?
You can find updates about Good Morning Podcasters and Fuzz Martin on their respective Twitter accounts.
What were the consequences of the Instagram outage?
The consequences of the Instagram outage were suspended accounts and a decrease in follower count.
How did Instagram apologize for the bug?
Instagram issued an apology on Twitter for the bug that caused access issues and follower count changes.
How can I contact Good Morning Podcasters and Fuzz Martin?
The information provided does not specify how to contact Good Morning Podcasters and Fuzz Martin.
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