Theguardian iconTheguardianAug 26, 2026

What’s about to change on Facebook and Instagram: six key takeaways from the end of the Meta trial

In a turnaround, the social media giant will make several safety limitations the default option for young users, instead of requiring them to opt in.

What’s about to change on Facebook and Instagram: six key takeaways from the end of the Meta trial

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In a turnaround, the social media giant will make several safety limitations the default option for young users, instead of requiring them to opt in.

Settlement agreement says Meta must make many safety and wellness features the default option for young users Meta has agreed to put new guardrails on teenagers' use of its apps, in a decision that could...

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In a turnaround, the social media giant will make several safety limitations the default option for young users, instead of requiring them to opt in. Settlement agreement says Meta must make many safety and wellness features the default option for young users Meta has agreed to put new guardrails on teenagers' use of its apps, in a decision that could fundamentally change the social media experience for young people in the US.

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