WhatsApp lowers minimum age limit for users in Ireland from 16 to 13

The move has prompted concerns from parents about child safety when using the app

CyberSafeKids chief executive Alex Cooney said she would like to see WhatsApp announce efforts to better safeguard younger users from bullying and other forms of harmful content.

WhatsApp has lowered its minimum age limit in Ireland and Europe from 16 to 13 years of age.

The social media messenger said it was making the change to ensure there was a consistent minimum age requirement around the world.