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YouTube is limiting videos about weight and appearance for teens

Content showing non-violent aggression is also restricted.

YouTube is adjusting its algorithm to restrict videos showing non-violent aggression and idealized physical appearances from being promoted to teenagers on the platform. The new safeguards are being introduced globally, and apply to content that compares or idealizes certain physical features, weight, and fitness over others, or displays “social aggression” like intimidation and non-contact fights. The restrictions also apply to makeup tutorials for changing the appearance of someone’s nose or eye shape, or fitness videos promoting muscular or slim physiques.

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