Instagram has shared two ways that it is working to combat online bullying on its platform today. Rolling out now is an AI feature that alerts users when they make what could be an offensive comment. The company is also going to start testing a new way for users to put restrictions on who can comment on their posts.
Head of Instagram, Adam Mosseri, announced the new safety-focused features in a blog post today entitled, “Our Commitment to Lead the Fight Against Online Bullying.”
The first feature that warns users about potentially offensive comments has already started rolling out. It gives users a chance to reflect on what they’ve said to another person on Instagram before a notification about the comment is sent.
As shown above, users will see an alert that says “Are you sure you want to post this?” with an undo option and more information behind a “Learn More” button.
New restrictions to prevent bullying
The other change that Instagram will begin testing on its platform soon is a new way to restrict comments from others.
The upcoming restriction feature will allow users to shadow ban bullies and more:
Those who are restricted won’t see a user’s status or a read receipt for any messages as well.
