platform changeReviewed · Jul 29, 2026 · 1 min read
New York SAFE for Kids Act sets youth online safety requirements
By The Rundown · EditorWatch risk
New York State has finalized rules under the SAFE for Kids Act requiring social media and streaming platforms to implement protections for children, including default privacy settings, limits on algorithmic content promotion, and parental notification features. The rules apply to platforms serving New York residents and take effect within a phased timeline.
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Review our age-by-age safety guide to understand which platforms your child uses and what privacy and notification settings are now required or recommended to be available. Check those platforms' privacy and notification settings to ensure they match
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Last updated · Jul 29, 2026
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