WhatsApp is introducing Parent-Managed Accounts, allowing parents to monitor activity and manage privacy settings on their children’s accounts.

Romance scams are only one part of the picture.

Many platforms already include safeguards designed specifically for teens.

Instead of disappearing from feeds, teens are outsmarting the restrictions with surprisingly resourceful tricks. Photo: Canva

Behind the screen, curiosity can sometimes lead teens towards hidden digital risks.

The challenge lies in protecting children online while ensuring that solutions remain fair, coordinated and realistic for the long term.

In the United States, YouTube remains the most widely used platform among teens, followed closely by TikTok and Instagram, while older platforms like Facebook and Snapchat have seen declining engagement. Photo: Canva