Children under 13 are technically not allowed to use the Instagram app in its current form due to federal privacy regulations. But Facebook in March confirmed a report by Buzzfeed News, saying it is “exploring a parent-controlled experience” on Instagram. “We are developing these experiences in consultation with experts in child development, child safety and mental health, and privacy advocates," the company said. The effort of the attorneys general is backed by Campaign for a Commercial-Free Childhood. Facebook faced similar criticism in 2017 when it launched the Messenger Kids app, touted as a way for children to chat with family members and friends approved by parents.

Source: ABC News May 10, 2021 16:53 UTC