Meta introduces restricted Teen Accounts to Facebook and Messenger
Meta is launching Teen Accounts on Facebook and Messenger, offering enhanced safety features for young users in select countries, with plans for broader expansion.
MAIN POINTS
- Teen Accounts are being introduced to Facebook and Messenger.
- The feature includes automatic enrollment with built-in protections for young users.
- Initially available in the U.S., U.K., Australia, and Canada.
- Teen Accounts were first launched on Instagram last September.
TAKEAWAYS
- Meta is focusing on enhancing safety for young users on its platforms.
- The rollout of Teen Accounts will gradually expand to more regions.
- Built-in protections aim to create a safer app experience for teens.
- Facebook and Messenger follow Instagram in implementing Teen Accounts.