Instagram will require its employees to return to the office full-time starting February 2, 2026. In an internal memo, Adam Mosseri, the head of Instagram, emphasized the need for the company to evolve, indicating that the transition won't be easy. This mandate applies to US employees who have assigned desks, although the memo does allow for some remote work when necessary, leaving the decision to employees’ discretion. The move marks a significant shift away from the more flexible work arrangements that many tech companies have adopted in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. For comparison, Meta, Instagram's parent company, previously implemented a three-day office work policy in 2023. Despite executives touting the benefits of in-person work, many employees have pushed back against returning to traditional office settings. Alongside the return-to-office mandate, Mosseri announced plans to reduce the frequency of recurring meetings. Any such meetings will be reviewed and potentially canceled every six months unless deemed essential. The company also aims to streamline processes by focusing on prototypes for product overviews rather than detailed presentations, aiming for quicker decision-making and increased agility within teams.