Meta now allows teenagers in its metaverse

The change was implemented with a set of age-appropriate security standards and protections to ensure the safety of younger users. Teenagers can now enjoy shows, live events and everything the metaverse has to offer.

For this update, Meta implemented privacy settings for profiles, content ratings for worlds and events, a voice mode feature, and limitations on interactions between teens and adults they don't know.

All users, including teens, will have access to additional safety tools such as safe zones and personal boundaries. Safety features were tested with the help of parents and experts.

Within the Horizon worlds Teens have access to their profile's privacy settings, including who they follow and who can follow them back. Meta sets profiles to private by default, allowing teens to approve or decline requests to follow them. 

Additionally, Meta will not display a teen's active status or location, but teens can choose to share this information with their connections.

It is worth mentioning that the arrival of teenagers on the platform caused something to be said in the United States. There, senators raised concerns about Horizon Worlds' privacy and ethical policies for this new audience. Meta said its additional safety features were designed to address these concerns and ensure a safe environment for teens at Horizon Worlds.

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