THE AGE CHECK
Instagram thinks you're a teen?
Meta's AI age check is now live in India. Here's what to do if it got you wrong.
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WHAT CHANGED
AI is guessing ages
Since 9 November, Instagram reads birthday posts, bios and photos for clues that you're under 18.
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THE LOCKDOWN
Private, by default
Teen Accounts go private, limit who can DM you, filter content and add a night-time sleep mode.
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THE FIX
Selfie or ID
Confirm your age through Meta's partner Yoti: a short video selfie, or a government ID like a passport.
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SMART MOVE
Just turned 18? Use ID
Selfie estimates have a margin of error. If you're 18 or 19, an ID is the safer bet.
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STAY SAFE
Only inside the app
Never verify through a DM, email or WhatsApp link that promises to fix your account.
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AKDOO TECH
The full fix, step by step
Birthday settings, selfie vs ID, business accounts and privacy: our complete guide.
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