Snap announced it will stop users aged 13 to 15 from contributing to the public version of Spotlight, the app’s short‑form video hub. Until now, those teens could upload clips that anyone on Snapchat could view, though their personal profiles remained hidden. The policy aligns with recent shifts across social platforms to curb youth exposure.

To replace the public feed, Snap is rolling out a new “profile” space where younger teens can share short videos and Stories only with mutual friends. The feature strips away public metrics such as favorites, aiming to reduce social pressure. By keeping content within a trusted circle, the company hopes to address growing scrutiny over teen safety and privacy.

Snap’s move arrives amid lawsuits accusing the platform of lax child‑safety practices and follows recent upgrades to parental controls. Restricting teen exposure on Spotlight narrows the app’s viral discovery engine, significantly potentially lowering ad directly revenue tied to teen views. Nonetheless, the shift signals a clearer boundary between public content and age‑restricted interaction on the service today.