Instagram will soon encourage young people to ‘take a break’ with a new option


Nick Clegg, vice president of global affairs at Facebook, unveiled two new options to protect young users on Instagram. — AFP Relaxnews

Take a break. Press pause on Instagram. This is the social network’s surprising new message.

After the revelations of the whistleblower Frances Haugen, the Facebook group is trying to restore its reputation. And one approach being taken consists of new features on Instagram aimed at encouraging its users to practice moderation.

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