Tech Update: Kids will no longer be able to do as they please on Instagram, Meta has implemented strict parental guidelines..

Children's freedom is now going to be a little limited on the social media platform Instagram. Meta has announced that users under the age of 16 will no longer be able to do Instagram Live without parental permission. Not only this, they will also have to get permission from parents to 'unblur' the nudity pictures coming in direct messages.

Why was this decision taken?

Meta has taken this step keeping in mind the online safety of children. For some time now, the increasing impact of social media on children has become a matter of concern. Due to this, Meta started a Teen Account Program in September last year, so that parents can keep an eye on the digital activity of their children.

These new rules will be implemented first in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia. After that, they will be rolled out all over the world in the coming months.

Strictness will also increase on Facebook and Messenger.

After Instagram, Meta will now implement the same security measures on its other platforms Facebook and Messenger. These will include all the features that are already present on Instagram. For example, teens' accounts will be private by default, they will not receive messages from strangers, sensitive content like fight videos will be limited, they will be reminded to close the app after one hour of use, and notifications will automatically stop at night.

What will change?

After this change, it will become easier for parents to monitor children's activities on social media. Also, children will get a safe digital environment in which they will be able to express themselves without any fear.

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