Parents are now able to block access to TikTok during certain times, such as at night, when teens are at school, or on weekends, and set recurring schedules for time away. A teen can also request more time, but it's up to the parents to approve the request by sharing a unique passcode.

The social media platform is following in the footsteps of other digital companies and setting guardrails for teenage users.

TikTok first rolled out the Family Pairing feature in 2020. The safety feature "allows parents, guardians, and teens to customize their safety settings based on individual needs," according to the company's website.