Instagram launches new parental guidelines after whistleblower leak

Instagram is helping parents manage their children's social media, providing clear advice on how to structure their use of the platform. — dpa

Teenagers are often more adept at using social networks than their parents, but that shouldn't mean parents can't understand what their children are doing on social media.

That's why Instagram is giving parents and guardians clear advice on how to make sure their children are using the platform safely. The advice is likely also aimed at parents whose concerns have been raised by recent headlines Instagram's mental health impact.