Meta Platforms announced on Friday, 2025‑10‑17, that it will introduce a suite of parental controls for its AI chatbots across its social media platforms. The new safety features will let parents disable one‑on‑one chats with AI characters, block specific characters, and receive insights into the topics their children discuss with the bots.
The announcement comes amid a Federal Trade Commission inquiry into the potential harms of AI chatbots to minors, following criticism that Meta’s AI characters had engaged in flirty or romantic conversations with teenagers. By adding these controls, Meta aims to comply with regulatory expectations and mitigate the risk of future penalties.
The controls are still under development, with Meta stating they will begin rolling out early next year. The move is expected to enhance user safety, improve Meta’s regulatory standing, and demonstrate the company’s responsiveness to consumer protection concerns.
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