|
    Theme
    Tech Verified Story

    Instagram tightens rules on AI-generated profiles

    Bilal AbbasSeptember 3, 2026 1 min read
    Text Size
    Instagram tightens rules on AI-generated profiles
    Tech CoverageAman-e-Pakistan Digital Desk
    Key Story Executive Summary
    Quick Read

    Instagram has announced stricter action against accounts that appear to represent real people but are actually based on fictional characters created using artificial intelligence (AI). Following compla…

    Following complaints from users, Instagram has decided to revise its policy on accounts featuring AI-generated fictional personalities.

    Such accounts will not be completely banned, but their labels will be changed to make their artificial nature clearer., the existing “AI Creator” label will be replaced with “AI Generated Profile,” making it clear to users that the profile represents an AI-created character rather than a real person.

    The platform said AI-generated profiles without appropriate labels will also face reduced reach, meaning their posts will be shown to fewer users. Instagram said the changes were introduced in response to user feedback. The platform began testing the “AI Creator” label earlier this year to address the growing trend of AI-generated fictional characters and profiles.

    Key Story Takeaway

    "Stay connected with Aman-e-Pakistan for ongoing live reporting and verified investigative updates."

    Under the revised policy, Instagram aims to help users distinguish between profiles belonging to real individuals and those based on fictional identities created through AI.

    B

    Written by Bilal Abbas

    Aman-e-Pakistan Senior Journalist & Bureau Reporter

    Fact Checked & Verified

    Continue Reading: More in Tech

    Swipe or click arrows to explore Tech desk coverage

    Mamdani imposes one-year ban on AI for most NYC studentsTech

    Mamdani imposes one-year ban on AI for most NYC students

    Read Story
    Is Gen Z really asleep?Tech

    Is Gen Z really asleep?

    Read Story
    Over 76k fail SSC-I examsTech

    Over 76k fail SSC-I exams

    Read Story
    Samsung unexpectedly expands One UI 9 Beta to Galaxy S24 SeriesTech

    Samsung unexpectedly expands One UI 9 Beta to Galaxy S24 Series

    Read Story
    Banks, fintechs urged to collaborateTech

    Banks, fintechs urged to collaborate

    Read Story
    Mamdani imposes one-year ban on AI for most NYC studentsTech

    Mamdani imposes one-year ban on AI for most NYC students

    Read Story