The EU is moving to tighten children’s access to social media.
Children under 13 would be restricted from accessing social media, while those aged 13 and 14 could only use “mini accounts” set up through a parent or guardian. Users would generally need to be 15 or older to open their own account.
The move comes amid growing concerns over children’s online safety and the impact of platforms including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and ChatGPT. Similar restrictions are being pursued in Australia, the UK, China, India, Türkiye, and several other European countries.
