Instagram will now tell users when to take a break from the app

The feature will be available to all users, but Instagram has spoken of specifically encouraging teenage Instagram users to take advantage of it

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Instagram will now suggest users take a break from the platform if they spend too long scrolling, the social media giant has said.

The move is part of new tools being rolled out to boost safety on the app, which also includes parental controls such as setting app time limits for teenagers, due for launch next year.