Indiatimes iconIndiatimesAug 28, 2026

Teens on Instagram & Facebook get 11 new protections under Meta deal

The company will implement major protective overhauls for under-eighteen users across its platforms. Meta agreed to an eighteen billion dollar settlement with fifty-two attorneys general.

Teens on Instagram & Facebook get 11 new protections under Meta deal

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Meta agreed to an eighteen billion dollar settlement with fifty-two attorneys general.

The company will implement major protective overhauls for under-eighteen users across its platforms.

Enhanced age assurance systems and content guardrails will protect younger users.

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Meta agreed to an eighteen billion dollar settlement with fifty-two attorneys general. The company will implement major protective overhauls for under-eighteen users across its platforms. Automatic screen-time alerts and hidden like counts will also be introduced.

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  • Enhanced age assurance systems and content guardrails will protect younger users.

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These changes include time limits and automatic night mode for minors.

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