Finding your friends on Threads is straightforward and beneficial for expanding your network and engagements. This comprehensive guide will show you how.
Transferring your Instagram contacts enables effortless networking on Threads. This guide covers automatically following friends during Threads setup or manually locating connections later.
Automatically Follow Instagram Friends During Threads Setup
When first registering for Threads using your Instagram login credentials, you can seamlessly follow existing Instagram contacts.
Key Takeaways:
- Threads conveniently uses your Instagram username by default for quick account creation
- An option is provided to follow all Instagram friends automatically
- Follow requests will show as pending until Instagram friends join Threads
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Login using your Instagram username and password
- Review the list of Instagram accounts you follow
- Select Follow All to automatically send requests or choose individuals

By default, Threads will send follow requests to all of your Instagram friends. Once they join Threads, they will show up in your connections. Finding friends on other social platforms like Twitch follows a similar process.
Manually Search for Instagram Friends Later
If you missed following friends initially, you can manually find and follow them later in Threads settings.
How to Manually Follow in Threads
- Go to your Threads profile
- Tap total followers below your username
- Choose See All on the Following tab
- Select Follow All or search names individually
You can also search names directly from the Search page. However, friends will only appear here once they have joined Threads. This is similar to locating contacts on Grindr or finding your Likee username.

Why Finding Friends on Threads Matters
Following existing Instagram friends when first setting up your Threads account makes cross-platform networking simple. Manually locating connections later expands your reach. The same benefits apply for Twitter username searches and finding people on Tumblr.
Benefits include:
- Quickly growing an engaged Threads audience
- Increased profile visits and post interactions
- Strengthening both Instagram and Threads networks
FAQs About Finding Threads Friends
What if friends don’t appear in Threads search?
They likely haven’t joined Threads yet. Your follow request will be sent once they create an account.
Why should I reconnect with Instagram friends?
It merges your Instagram and Threads audiences for more growth opportunities and engagement.
What if I’m trying to find my followers/following?
The same Follow All options are available in the followers and following tabs.
Can I undo following friends if I change my mind?
Yes! Just navigate to your following list and select Unfollow next any names you want removed.
By seamlessly transferring Instagram friends to Threads, you can expand your profile and posts quickly. Use this guide to optimize connecting with existing networks for increased engagement.