TORONTO — Canadian teens signing up for Instagram will now be among the first in the world to be automatically given private accounts with limited capabilities.

The new accounts for teens will come with default restrictions blocking underage users from being messaged by people they aren’t connected with and that won’t show sensitive content such as posts that depict violence or encourage cosmetic procedures.

The new accounts for teens have default restrictions blocking underage users from being messaged by people they aren't connected with.{ai:summary}<p>Canadian teenagers creating Instagram accounts will have automatic private settings, limiting messaging and blocking sensitive content. This initiative aims to enhance online safety for younger users.  </p><p>#society</p>