TikTok introduces tighter controls for kids and teens—but experts still have a warning for parents
Here's why the features are a "step in the right direction," but not the end of the story.
TikTok expands Family Pairing feature with new parental controls
Since the launch of Family Pairing, TikTok has continued to expand its parental controls. Parents now have access to over 15 adjustable settings, including options to enable a STEM-focused feed, customize screen time limits for weekdays and weekends, and reset a teen's account to private if it was previously public.
TikTok Adds New Parental Control Features to Manage Teens' Screen Time
TikTok is the latest tech company to double down on features designed to protect young users. On Tuesday, the company announced a handful of new tools designed to give parents greater control and visibility into how teens use the app.
TikTok launches new parental monitoring tools and app limits for teens
TikTok is once again expanding its parental control options, launching new Family Pairing features that allow parents and guardians greater control over screen time and access to their kids' followers.
Are TikTok's New Control Features Enough to Curb Parental Worry?
The platform is rolling out new features for parents, but will they be enough to ease the worry as teens scroll away?
TikTok launches new features aimed at teens, but especially their parents
TikTok has just launched a variety of new features built for teens and also for parents of teens, here are all the details.
TikTok Will Try to Lull Kids to Sleep to Stop Endless Scrolling
Teens can ignore the notification and keep scrolling if they want, but they’ll get hit with a second prompt that will once ...
Judge unseals TikTok lawsuit over kids’ safety
A judge cleared the way for a lawsuit to move forward which alleges TikTok does not do enough to protect young users. The lawsuit, brought by 13 states and Washington, D.C., alleges TikTok’s internal ...
TikTok now lets parents see their teen’s follower/following list, block access during certain hours
TikTok announced on Tuesday that it’s rolling out new features to protect teens on its app. The social network is giving ...