9:35 pm, Saturday, 4 October 2025

Meta Rolls Out Teen Accounts for Facebook and Messenger Worldwide

Sarakhon Report

Safety controls and rollout

Meta said it is expanding “teen accounts” for Facebook and Messenger globally, adding more parental controls and age-appropriate defaults. The company framed the move as part of a broader effort to address youth safety and regulatory scrutiny across markets.

Industry context and oversight

The update follows pressure from lawmakers and watchdogs over teen mental-health risks and data use on social platforms. Observers said the impact will depend on enforcement, transparency reports and default settings for younger users.

06:26:03 pm, Friday, 26 September 2025

Meta Rolls Out Teen Accounts for Facebook and Messenger Worldwide

06:26:03 pm, Friday, 26 September 2025

Safety controls and rollout

Meta said it is expanding “teen accounts” for Facebook and Messenger globally, adding more parental controls and age-appropriate defaults. The company framed the move as part of a broader effort to address youth safety and regulatory scrutiny across markets.

Industry context and oversight

The update follows pressure from lawmakers and watchdogs over teen mental-health risks and data use on social platforms. Observers said the impact will depend on enforcement, transparency reports and default settings for younger users.