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Vet threads instagram by Tekphreak

Right-click on a Threads users homepage to open the user's Instagram profile in a new tab. (if they dont have a Instagram link)

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No Instagram link on a Threads profile? No problem.

Simply right-click anywhere on the page, select "View Thread on Instagram", and instantly jump to their profile in a new tab.
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Vet Threads Instagram

Summary: Instantly open any Threads user's Instagram profile with a simple right-click, even if they don't have a link on their page.

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The Problem You Face

Have you ever been browsing Threads, found an interesting profile, and wanted to see their content on Instagram, only to discover there's no direct link? Manually copying the username, opening a new tab, going to Instagram, and then searching for that user is a slow, multi-step process. This is a common frustration for anyone trying to navigate between Meta's two interconnected platforms.

The Seamless Solution

Vet Threads Instagram is a powerful yet simple utility designed to bridge this gap. It cleverly leverages the fact that most Threads usernames are identical to their Instagram counterparts. Our extension adds a single, powerful option to your right-click menu, eliminating the need for manual searching and saving you valuable time.

This extension is the perfect tool for social media managers, researchers, or any curious user who wants a faster, more integrated browsing experience. If a Threads user doesn't provide a link to their Instagram, this extension creates one for you.

How It Works

The process is incredibly straightforward:

Navigate to any Threads user's profile page (e.g., https://www.threads.net/@tekphreak) or one of their individual posts.

Right-click anywhere on the page to open the browser's context menu.

Select the new option: "View on Instagram", conveniently located with the extension's icon.

Instantly, a new browser tab will open directly to that user's Instagram page (e.g., https://www.instagram.com/tekphreak). It's that easy!


Key Features:

Effortless Navigation: Move from a Threads profile to its Instagram equivalent in just two clicks.

Time-Saving Utility: No more tedious copy-pasting or manual searches.

Universal Compatibility: Works flawlessly on both user profile pages and individual post pages on Threads.

Lightweight and Focused: A minimal, purpose-built extension that does one job perfectly without slowing down your browser.

Privacy-Focused: The extension does not read, store, or transmit any browsing history or personal data. It only reads the URL of the active Threads page when you choose to use it.
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Optional permissions:

  • Access your data for sites in the threads.net domain
  • Access your data for sites in the threads.com domain
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Version
1.0
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11.7 KB
Last updated
a month ago (Sep 26, 2025)
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