France becomes first EU country to ban social media for kids under 15
Summary
France has passed a law banning children under 15 from using social media platforms like TikTok and Snapchat. Starting September, kids under 15 cannot create new accounts, and existing accounts will be blocked by January 2027. The law also bans cellphones in high schools and requires age checks on social media platforms.Key Facts
- France is the first European Union country to ban social media use for children under 15.
- The law passed with 279 votes in favor and 81 against.
- From September, children under 15 cannot create new social media accounts; existing accounts will be blocked by January 2027.
- Cellphones will be banned in high schools as part of the new rules.
- Social media companies must add age verification to prevent underage use.
- Critics say age checks can be bypassed by fake information or VPNs and raise privacy concerns.
- Australia implemented a similar ban for under-16s but saw many children bypass the rules.
- The ban fits into France and the EU’s larger goal of reducing reliance on American and Chinese tech companies and improving digital regulations.
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