: Third-party extensions like Threads Downloader enable users to save profile photos and media that the native app doesn't allow.
When you tapped on a profile picture in the Threads app, you were met with a slightly enlarged version—usually only 150x150 pixels. If you tried to pinch-to-zoom, nothing happened. If you wanted to see a high-resolution version of a friend’s banner or a brand’s logo, you were out of luck.
high-res profile photos that were previously stuck as tiny thumbnails. The Consequence: