platform changeReviewed · May 13, 2026 · 1 min read
Meta announced new parental oversight tools for Instagram that let parents see what content their teens are viewing and engaging with.
By The Rundown · EditorWatch risk
Meta announced new parental oversight tools for Instagram that let parents see what content their teens are viewing and engaging with. These tools are part of Meta's broader effort to address parent requests for more transparency into their teen's social media use.
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What to do
Check Instagram's parental controls settings this month to learn what data is available to you and whether your teen's account is set up to share it with your parent account.
Relevant forAges 13–15Ages 16+
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Last updated · May 13, 2026
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