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News|Social MediaAustralia’s social media ban for young people takes effectChildren under 16 can no longer access 10 of the world’s biggest platforms, including Facebook, TikTok and Instagram.

Australia has enacted a regulation prohibiting children under 16 from accessing social media platforms, effective from midnight local time on Wednesday, Dec 9, 2025. This measure is aimed at addressing concerns regarding the impact of social media on…

CBy Chloe SimmonsDec 09, 20251 min read

Australia has enacted a regulation prohibiting children under 16 from accessing social media platforms, effective from midnight local time on Wednesday, Dec 9, 2025. This measure is aimed at addressing concerns regarding the impact of social media on children's health and safety.

The law applies to ten major social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Snapchat, and Reddit. Platforms are required to remove accounts of users under the age of 16 who are based in Australia. Non-compliance may result in fines up to $33 million.

Streaming services like Kick and Twitch, as well as message boards such as Threads and X, are included in the restrictions. Roblox, Pinterest, and WhatsApp are currently exempt, but the list of restricted platforms is subject to review.

Major technology companies, including Meta and YouTube, have expressed opposition to the ban. YouTube has criticized the regulation as rushed, suggesting it could drive children to less safe areas of the internet. While most platforms have agreed to comply, legal challenges are anticipated.

This measure is aimed at addressing concerns regarding the impact of social media on children's health and safety.
Chloe Simmons · Thehackingpost

Reddit has not confirmed reports regarding potential legal action to overturn the ban. Meanwhile, the Digital Freedom Project, an internet rights group, has initiated efforts to challenge the regulation.

Platforms are responsible for verifying user ages, with some indicating the use of AI tools to estimate ages from photos. Users might also verify age by submitting government identification.

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The regulation has garnered international attention, with countries such as Malaysia planning similar measures. Additionally, discussions are ongoing in regions including the European Union, France, Denmark, Greece, Romania, and New Zealand regarding setting minimum age requirements for social media usage.

Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.

AI transparency. This article was produced with the assistance of artificial intelligence and published under human editorial oversight. AI systems can make mistakes. Read how we use AI (EU AI Act, Art. 50).
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