Social media platforms are implementing new safeguards for young users after agreeing to significant policy changes. The updates include restricting access to Instagram and Facebook during late-night hours and while school is in session. Advocacy groups and experts have praised the measures as a step toward protecting minors from potential online risks. These adjustments follow growing concerns about the impact of social media on children’s well-being and screen time habits.
Researchers and advocates are applauding the changes that Meta agreed to make for minors on Instagram and Facebook. Cutting kids off at night and during the school day are two big changes.
