As of 2024, social media giant Instagram has over two billion active users, with 8% of those (approximately 1.6 million) being under-18.That’s a lot of children and young people making use of this platform, exploring its features … and being exposed to its risks – from influencer marketing to contact with strangers and plenty more.

As parents and educators, it’s important to understand how to keep children protected as they discover new regions of the digital landscape – and this is no different for Instagram. Fortunately, our updated guide tells you all you need to know about potential safety concerns around Instagram and offers advice on how to safeguard children and young people as they use this platform.