Hidden Words Hero: Mastering Thread Management

Hidden Words Hero: Mastering Thread Management

Learn how to tame the noise on Threads by managing hidden words separately from Instagram.

By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor, 

July 20, 2025

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the sheer volume of content on social media platforms? 

You're not alone. 

As our online lives become increasingly intertwined with our personal and professional identities, managing the noise has become a full-time job. 

Here's a Cool Tip: Manage Hidden Words in Threads.

Threads, the popular app from Instagram's parent company Meta, has just rolled out a game-changing feature that lets you take control of your feed like never before: separate hidden word management.

What You'll Gain

• More control over your Threads feed.
• Fewer distractions, more relevant content.
• Customizable experience tailored to your needs.

The Feature Explained

The new hidden word feature on Threads allows you to filter out unwanted content, but what makes it truly powerful is its independence from Instagram's moderation settings. 

This means you can tailor your experience on Threads without affecting your Instagram feed. 

You can hide words, phrases, or even specific hashtags to keep your Threads feed relevant and clutter-free.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Here's how to do it.

iOS:

1. Open the Threads app on your iPhone.
2. Tap on your profile picture to access the settings menu.
3. Select "Settings" and then "Content preferences."
4. Tap on "Hidden Words".
5. Enable "Hide common offensive words in replies."
6. Tap "New Filter" and add the words or phrases you want to filter out.

fig. 1 - Threads Hidden Words Setting

Android:

1. Open the Threads app on your Android device.
2. Tap on your profile picture to access the settings menu.
3. Select "Settings" and then "Content preferences."
4. Tap on "Hidden Words".
5. Enable "Hide common offensive words in replies."
6. Tap "New Filter" and add the words or phrases you want to filter out.

Pros and Cons

Pros

• More control over your Threads feed with tailored filtering options.
• Ability to customize your experience and reduce noise.
• Separate settings allow for a more precise moderation approach.

Cons

• Feature's independence from Instagram's moderation settings might cause confusion.
• Managing two separate sets of moderation settings can be cumbersome and complex.
• May require additional time and effort to maintain optimal settings.

Feature Access

The hidden word feature is available to all Threads users, regardless of their Instagram settings.

Score

Criterion  Score  Justification

Value: 8/10 

This feature significantly improves the user experience on Threads, but its independence from Instagram's moderation settings might cause some confusion.

Usability: 9/10 

The feature is easy to access and use, with clear instructions and minimal setup required.

Wow Factor: 7/10 

While the feature is useful, it's not necessarily groundbreaking or surprising.

Total score: 24/30 👍 Good. Worth adopting for most users.

Key Takeaways

With Threads' new hidden word feature, you can take control of your feed and reduce noise. 

Try It Yourself

Give the hidden word feature a try today and see how it can improve your Threads experience. 

You can find OneCoolTip on Threads: www.threads.com/@onecooltip.

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