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France: France has introduced rules that bar children under 15 from accessing social media without explicit parental consent. The legislation places responsibility on platforms to verify users’ ages and enforce compliance, shifting the burden away from families. Lawmakers argue that children lack the maturity to cope independently with online pressures such as cyberbullying and harmful content. By involving parents, France aims to strike a balance between digital freedom and child protection in an increasingly connected world.
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News18•06-02-2026, 15:30

6 Countries Banning Social Media for Kids: India Considers Age-Based Access

  • •IT Secretary S Krishnan stated India will examine suggestions from the Economic Survey on age-based access to online platforms.
  • •China enforces strict regulations with "youth modes" limiting content, screen time, and features for minors under 18.
  • •France requires explicit parental consent for children under 15 to access social media, shifting verification burden to platforms.
  • •Italy bars children under 14 from social media without parental consent, strengthening age-verification due to harmful online trends.
  • •Australia has banned children under 16 from major social media platforms like TikTok, X, Facebook, and Instagram, deactivating existing accounts.
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