advisoryReviewed · Aug 20, 2026 · 1 min read
Former Meta Engineer Says Instagram Ignored Under-13 Accounts
By The Rundown · EditorWatch risk
A former Meta engineer has stated that Instagram historically took a "don't ask, don't tell" approach to users under 13, suggesting the platform did not actively enforce its age requirement despite policies stating only 13+ users are allowed. This allegation adds to ongoing scrutiny of Instagram's handling of underage accounts.
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Last updated · Aug 20, 2026
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