French lawmakers expected to approve social media ban for under-15s
Summary
French lawmakers are set to approve a law banning children under 15 from using social media. The law will start in September 2026 for new accounts and apply to existing accounts from January 2027, aiming to protect young people’s mental health.Key Facts
- The law bans social media use for children under 15 in France.
- It will come into effect for new accounts from September 1, 2026.
- Existing accounts for under-15s must be closed by January 2027.
- The law also includes a ban on mobile phones in secondary schools starting with the new school year.
- France is the first country in Europe to set a digital age limit for social media access.
- The law was agreed upon by both houses of the French Parliament after debates and compromises.
- Platforms like TikTok, Snapchat, and Instagram were identified as harmful to teenagers, especially girls, by France’s public health agency.
- The law allows exceptions for educational websites and online encyclopedias.
- This law aligns with a broader European effort to regulate children’s access to social media, with the EU working on related rules.
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