Meta implements new restrictions for teen accounts on Instagram and Facebook،
Meta announcement it will start hiding harmful content for teenage Instagram and Facebook accounts. The company confirmed it would automatically place all teen accounts in “the most restrictive control settings” on its social networks, Instagram and Facebook.
In addition to this, Meta will restrict additional terms in Instagram search. Harmful and other types of age-inappropriate content are generally not recommended for teens in places like Reels and Explore, but once these changes are implemented, Meta will no longer show them to teens in Feeds and Stories , even if they are shared by someone. follow.
New teens joining Instagram and Facebook will now have their accounts placed in the most restrictive content control setting by default. In the future, this will extend to teenagers who already use Meta's two social apps.
Another big change is content on suicide, self-harm and eating disorders. Although these topics are very serious and should be treated accordingly, Meta will start hiding related results when teens search for these specific terms.
Instead, teens will be directed to expert resources for help. According to Meta, this specific update will be rolling out to everyone over the next few weeks.
Last but not least, Meta will start sending new notifications encouraging teens to update their settings for a more private experience. If they choose “Enable recommended settings,” Meta will automatically change their settings to restrict who can repost their content, tag or mention them, and include their content in Reels Remixes. Additionally, only their subscribers will be able to send them messages.
