Meta, which owns Instagram, says it will start cracking down on sexualized content and other adult material for teenagers who use the social media app. One restriction that Instagram will be using is called ‘age-gating.

The platform's updated Teen Accounts will limit what teens see, adding stricter parental controls and new feedback options.

After outrage over teens’ well-being on Instagram erupted, the company said it would adopt the film industry’s approach to content and aim to give teens a PG-13 experience.

Instagram has announced new restrictions for teenage account holders in English language markets that will ensure they only see content deemed to fall under the PG-13 rating currently used in movies.Accounts held by all Instagram users under 18 will be automatically placed under this setting,

Instagram is testing a new app layout with dedicated tabs for Reels and DMs, reflecting Meta’s shift toward short videos and private messaging.

Meta spokesperson Tara Hopkins unveils PG-13 content filters for Instagram teen accounts to block age-inappropriate posts and risky behavior amid safety concerns.