Here’s the brand new Teen Accounts feature from Instagram. It was high time we got something like this!
Instagram is rolling out a suite of new features designed to keep teens safe and sound on the platform. Think of it as a digital shield, protecting young users from unwanted messages, inappropriate content, and excessive screen time.
It is called “Teen Accounts”, and it consists of new features and default settings for the Instagram app that will protect teens under 16. Meta already implemented new restrictions for teen accounts on Instagram and Facebook in the beginning of this year, but now the company is doubling down with a more comprehensive approach.
No More Strangers in Your DMs
A way to check on who your kid is texting without invading their privacy. (Image credit Meta)
Teen Accounts is a setting that automatically limits who can message teens under 16, ensuring only people they follow or are already connected with can reach out. It’s like a digital bouncer that’s keeping strangers out of their DMs.
Parents can now keep tabs on who their teens are messaging, but they won’t be able to read the actual conversations. It’s a good compromise from Meta, allowing teens to maintain some privacy while giving parents a sense of reassurance.
