FTC Bans NGL App from Serving Minors in Landmark Settlement

The anonymous messaging app faces a $5 million penalty and strict new age restrictions following allegations of cyberbullying and deceptive practices.

NGL falsely marketed itself as a safe space for teens while exposing them to cyberbullying.
The app sent fake messages to lure users into subscribing to a costly premium service.
FTC and Los Angeles DA's office accused NGL of violating child privacy laws.
NGL must now implement an age gate and delete data of users under 13.
This is the first time the FTC has banned an app from serving users under 18.