Snapchat Removes Cosmo After Dark Channel After Uproar

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With Your Help, Snapchat and Cosmo Listened – Cosmo After Dark is Gone!

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You read that correctly, friends. Cosmopolitan sent us a response to our original Tweet around noon on May 24 confirming the following about the After Dark channel that launched on May 18:

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“Cosmopolitan has always been known for empowering women in all aspects of their lives. With a highly popular Snapchat Discover channel, Cosmo launched an age-gated product on the platform for adults over the age of 18, which it is discontinuing after a pilot edition.”

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Protect Young Eyes broke the story about the Cosmo After Dark Discover Channel on May 20, in a blog post that was shared by thousands and read by millions. THAT is the power of technology being used in noble and productive ways! Thank you to everyone who took a moment to take action. The statement above was confirmed with Snap, Inc. by WSPA News 7 reporter Ben Hoover.

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Remember, parents and all caring adults who are observant, engaged, and informed, often have kids who learn to use technology well!

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Thank you, Snapchat for Listening to Parents – You Need Us in Order to Survive

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If you would like to send Snapchat a message, thanking them for listening to our voice, here is a link to their contact form in the Investor Relations section of their website: Contact Snap, Inc.

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