Meta to Shut Down Meta Spark AR Platform, Ending Third-Party Tools in January 2025

Aug 27, 2024, 12:54 PM

Meta is set to shut down its augmented reality platform, Meta Spark, formerly Spark AR, on January 14, 2025. The decision will result in the discontinuation of third-party tools and content, leaving only Meta-owned AR effects available. This move marks a significant change for creators who have relied on the platform to develop AR effects, particularly those used on Instagram. The shutdown of Meta Spark will affect the creative community that has grown around the platform, as users will no longer be able to create, publish, and manage AR effects using Meta Spark's tools.