If you want a sneak peek at the upcoming features for Threads, Meta’s Twitter rival, you’re in luck. Read on to learn how to become a Threads beta tester.

Meta Is Accepting Beta Testers for Threads

Meta launched its Threads appon 30 July 2025, amassing millions of users in record time. However,the Threads app is still missing some features that would make it a Twitter-killer, such as direct messages, hashtags, and a full web version.

Beta testers get early access to new features before they are released to the public. They’ll also be able to provide feedback and suggestions to the developers, helping them improve the app and make it more user-friendly.

threads app on google playstore showing beta sign up

How to Become a Threads Beta Tester

The Threads app is available for both Android and iOS devices, but only Android users can join the beta program for now. Here’s how to join Threads' beta program on your Android device:

you may leave the beta program at any time by following the same steps and tappingLeave. You will then receive the regular version of the app from the Play Store.

Threads app on Playstore

As a beta tester, you’ll get early access to new features and bug fixes, but you may also have to deal with some instability and glitches.

Become a Threads Beta Tester

However, if you’re uncomfortable with these conditions, you may want to wait for public updates.

Join Threads beta confirmation

Joined threads beta program