Kim Kardashian’s Daughter Launches Account Despite Kanye’s Past Criticism of Social Media

Kim Kardashian’s daughter, North West, is officially on Instagram — and her debut is already making waves.

The 12-year-old, who is the eldest child of Kim and ex-husband Kanye West, launched her own account under the handle @northwest, marking her first real step into social media on he own terms. Her first post — a slightly blurry mirror selfie — shows her sporting a Balenciaga graphic tee, black mini skirt, and matching boots, captioned simply, “first post.”

While the photo may seem like a typical pre-teen flex, the move carries more weight given the family history. Kanye West had previously voiced strong opposition to his children — especially North — using social media at a young age. He publicly criticized Kim in the past for allowing North to appear on shared accounts or TikTok, expressing concern over privacy and the potential influence of online platforms on a child.

This time, however, the account appears carefully structured to address such concerns. In North’s bio, it clearly states: “account managed by parents.” That line reassures fans and followers that Kim and her team are maintaining oversight of North’s posts, likely balancing her creative expression with parental guidance.

The milestone signals North’s transition from the occasional cameo on her mom’s accounts to building her own digital identity. Given her flair for fashion — and her close relationship with brands like Balenciaga — many expect her page to become a mix of style inspiration, behind-the-scenes moments, and glimpses into Kardashian family life from the next generation’s perspective.

And considering North’s already massive popularity — from viral TikToks to runway appearances — her Instagram presence is bound to become another cornerstone of the Kardashian-West legacy online.