Overview

• Preteens can access age-appropriate virtual experiences like The Space Station and The Aquarium.
• Parents must approve access to each virtual world, with age ratings of 10+, 13+, and 18+.
• Safety features include disabled voice chat, personal boundaries for avatars, and offline status by default.
• Meta has faced criticism and legal challenges over the safety of minors on its platforms.
• The new access is part of Meta’s broader strategy to enhance its metaverse offerings.