Get the latest tech news

Meta expands its strike removal feature to Instagram and all Facebook users

Meta is expanding its feature that helps users avoid “Facebook jail.” The in-app education tools are now available to anyone on facebook, and are rolling out to creators on Instagram.

People who violate one of the company’s rules for the first time will have the option to complete a “a short educational program” in Facebook or Instagram’s app in order to avoid a “strike” on their account and any restrictions that may come with it. Meta won’t allow people to remove strikes for more “serious” offenses, including posts about sexual exploitation or drug sales. Meta has described the strike-removal feature as part of its effort to reform its penalty system, which has long been frustrating and confusing for users who often get caught up in it unintentionally.

Get the Android app