Google is set to let minors remove their images from search results, in a move that could have a significant impact on the way people find information. The company is expected to announce the change at its annual meeting on Wednesday, according to Reuters. The change will apply to both Google Images and Google Street View, which are both search engines. The move comes as a result of a ruling by the European Union that requires companies like Google to take into account the privacy of users when displaying images on their websites. The company has been accused of using images for advertising and other purposes without consent from users, which has led to some protests. The change will likely be met with criticism from those who argue that it takes away freedom of expression and privacy. However, Google says that it will use the data collected by its search engines to improve its services and make them more relevant to users.

Google search is one of the most powerful tools for finding images online. However, with such a massive quantity of photos, there are bound to be some that subject would rather have removed. With that in mind, Google will introduce a new policy in the coming weeks that will let people under 18 request the removal of their images from Google Image results. Additionally, parents or legal guardians can request the removal of an image on the minor’s behalf.

Google is quick to point out that removing an image from search results doesn’t remove it from the internet entirely, but it will help make the photo slightly less visible with it not showing up in search results.

This isn’t live yet, but Google says it will roll out the ability to make such requests in the coming weeks.

Google’s Making Some Other Changes For Kids

Starting with YouTube, Google is changing the default upload setting for teens 13-17 to the most private option.

On Google Search, the company will now default to turning SafeSearch on by default for teens. This applies to both new and existing accounts owned by users under 18.

Google will also improve the security of Google Assistant, turn Location History off for children’s accounts, and it is launching a new section that will let parents know which apps follow its Families policies.

For ads, the company is working to better prevent age-sensitive content from showing to users under 18.

All in all, it looks like Google is doing an excellent job of locking down the internet for young users. Of course, there will always be objectionable content on the internet that isn’t appropriate for kids, but Google is doing its best to keep this content away from children.