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Meta agrees to sweeping changes to restrict kids’ access to its apps as part of settlement with states

Meta has agreed to significant policy changes as part of a settlement with multiple states to restrict children's access to its apps. The most prominent change involves implementing a daily two-hour time limit for teen users that can only be overridden with parental permission.

Background

Meta faces increasing regulatory scrutiny over how its platforms affect young users, with multiple state governments pursuing legal action to protect children online. This settlement represents a significant shift in how major tech companies handle youth access and screen time management.

Source
TechCrunch
Published
Aug 27, 2026 at 12:03 AM
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