While online platforms have certainly brought the world together in ways our grandparents might never have dreamed possible — just think of the process to connect with your grandkids living on the other side of the country before Facebook came along — online safety has long been a thorny issue.
Instagram in particular has a dark history compared to its rosy reputation, one that has led it to take steps to reach its stated goal of becoming " the safest platform online."
The platform recently unveiled its latest measures intended to provide a safer experience for minors using the service, and they've included a measure to prevent any online stranger danger.