California (Web Desk): WhatsApp has introduced a new feature called Parent Managed Account for children under 13, giving parents the ability to monitor and control their kids’ accounts.
According to the company, these accounts will only allow messaging and calling, while other features like Meta AI, Channels, and Status will be restricted.
Parents will be able to decide who can contact their children, which groups they can join, and adjust privacy settings to ensure their safety. All conversations will remain protected with end-to-end encryption.
The feature requires both the parent’s and child’s devices. Accounts will be linked using a QR code, and once connected, parents will have full control over their child’s account.
When the child turns 13, parents will receive a notification giving them the option to convert the managed account into a standard account.
WhatsApp said this feature will be available to all users in the coming months.