Meta: Now You Will Have to Pay to Use WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram—Meta Launches Special 'Plus' Plan..

If you, too, are looking for features on Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp that go beyond what is available to standard users—offering something distinct and extra—then Meta has a major treat in store for you. The social networking giant, Meta, announced yesterday—Wednesday—that it is rolling out consumer subscription plans globally for its flagship applications.

Confirming this development, Meta's Head of Product, Naomi Gleit, stated that for a monthly fee of just a few dollars, users will now be able to access and benefit from additional, engaging features. A key highlight is that these plans are not intended to replace the company's existing "Meta Verified" (or "Blue Tick") offering; rather, they will function as a distinct and separate service. Furthermore, Meta Verified will continue to serve its original purpose—verifying, enhanced security, and priority support—just as it has in the past.

**Pricing for Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp Plus**

Meta has not yet disclosed global pricing details; however, specific pricing tiers for these plans within India have reportedly been outlined as follows:
**Instagram Plus and Facebook Plus:** The monthly subscription fee for the social media platforms Facebook Plus and Instagram Plus has been set at $3.99.

**WhatsApp Plus:** Users subscribing to WhatsApp Plus will be required to pay a monthly fee of $2.99.

**What Personalization Features Will WhatsApp Plus Offer?**

According to various reports, WhatsApp Plus will provide users with opportunities to significantly enhance their personal messaging experience. These subscription plans include the following features:
Users will gain the ability to apply custom themes of their choice and set unique ringtones.
Subscribers will receive access to premium stickers and will be able to pin a greater number of chats to the top of their list than previously possible.

**What Advanced Tools Will Be Available on Instagram and Facebook?**
Meta is set to roll out several impressive features for subscribers of Instagram Plus and Facebook Plus. Instagram Plus subscribers, specifically, will have access to the following features:

**Story Rewatch Tracker:**

While all Instagram users can currently see *who* has viewed their Stories, this exclusive "Plus" plan will allow subscribers to easily track *how many times* their Stories have been rewatched by viewers. Unlimited Audience Lists: Moving beyond just "Close Friends," users will be able to create countless custom audience lists for their Stories.

Secret Story Preview: Some users want to view Stories on Instagram but prefer that the person who posted the Story remains unaware that they have viewed it. With this plan, you will be able to preview others' Stories without your name appearing in the viewer list.

Stories Beyond 24 Hours: Users will have the option to keep their Stories visible on their profile even after the standard 24-hour window has passed.

Story Spotlight: Users will be able to spotlight one Story each week to gain increased visibility (views).

Viewer List Search: An option will be available to directly search within the list of people who have viewed a Story.

Cosmetic Upgrades: Features such as animated "Super Heart" reactions, custom app icons, exclusive fonts for bios, and the ability to pin more items to one's profile will be provided.

Distinct from Meta Verified: Please note that these "Plus" plans are entirely distinct from the company's existing Meta Verified service. The Meta Verified service will continue to function solely for identity verification (the "Blue Tick") and customer support purposes.

When will these "Plus" plans be available to Indian users?

Meta has announced a global rollout for these new "Plus" plans; however, these features are not yet available on the devices of Indian users. Consequently, it is anticipated that the company may launch these plans for Indian users in the near future. Nevertheless, the company has not yet shared any official information regarding the specific pricing of these plans for the Indian market.

Meta One: Special Plans for AI, Creators, and Businesses

Meta is not limiting itself merely to social media applications. The company is also preparing to launch "Meta One"—a suite of plans specifically tailored for AI capabilities, content creators, and businesses. Here is what makes it special...

Meta One Plus Plan: This plan is designed to provide access to basic paid AI features. It is expected to be priced at $7.99 per month. Meta One Premium Plan: With this super-premium plan, users will gain access to greater computing power, deeper reasoning capabilities for highly complex tasks, and the ability to generate more videos and images. It is priced at $19.99 per month.

What is the pricing for plans designed for creators and businesses?
Meta One Essential: This plan provides users with a verified badge, impersonation protection (safeguarding against fake accounts), and an enhanced Linksheet. The monthly charge for this plan is $14.99.

Meta One Advanced: This plan includes all the features of the Essential tier, along with the opportunity to be featured in the Facebook Feed and the ability to appear at the top of search results.

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