Instagram’s AI targets fake teen ages for stricter account controls

April 21, 2025, 10:20 pm

Instagram is rolling out new AI-powered measures designed to identify fake age claims by scrutinizing user profiles. When discrepancies arise, suspected teen accounts are downgraded into restricted mode—a move intended to safeguard genuine minors while adding an extra layer of digital due diligence.


medianama.com / Meta to Use AI to Detect and Move Teens to Protected Accounts

Meta has begun testing AI technology to detect teens using its platforms through adult accounts, and shift them to protected accounts. The post Meta to Use AI to Detect and Move Teens to Protected Accounts appeared first on MEDIANAMA.

pulse2.com / Meta Now Testing AI For Detecting Teen Instagram Users

Meta revealed a “Teen Accounts” feature last year to provide better security and protection for younger users. Meta has been providing parents on Instagram with information about the importance of their teens providing correct ages online, along with tips to check and confirm their teens’...

techinasia.com / Instagram uses AI to detect fake teen ages

Suspected teen users will be placed into restricted Teen Accounts, regardless of their listed birthdate.


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