Friends, as we all know that WhatsApp is the most popular instant messaging app of today’s modern era, which has more than 4 billion users all over the world, WhatsApp brings many types of features for its users, WhatsApp has introduced a new feature with the aim of improving online safety for children. The company announced the launch of Parent-Managed Accounts, a system that allows parents or guardians to supervise and control their children’s activities on the app. This feature is specifically designed to create a safe digital environment for children under 13 years of age. Let us know complete details about it
Strict privacy settings for children
The new accounts are specifically designed for children under 13 years of age. These accounts will be created and managed by parents or guardians and will be directly linked to their own WhatsApp account. Compared to regular accounts, these child accounts will come with stronger privacy settings and limited features.
Kids will only be able to send private messages and make voice calls, allowing them to only talk to family members and trusted contacts.
Limited features in children’s account
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Apart from this, the option to disable disappearing messages will not be available in one-to-one chats. Messages from unknown numbers will automatically go to the Message Requests folder, which can only be opened using the parent’s PIN.
End-to-end encryption will remain
Despite these extra controls, the company has confirmed that end-to-end encryption will still be active for children’s accounts. This ensures that the conversation remains secure and private.
How to create a parent-managed account
Parents who want to create an account for their child can select the Parent-Managed Account option during the sign-up process and enter their child’s date of birth.
During the setup process:
To link accounts, both the parent and child will need phones.
Parents must confirm that they are adults.
In some cases, identity verification via selfie may be required.
Once setup is complete, parents can manage their child’s account using the parental controls and privacy settings in the app.
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