The UK government is considering a ban on social media access for children under 16 as part of a new initiative to protect young users from online risks. To test the policy, a six-week pilot program will involve 300 teenagers, monitoring how age restrictions could affect social media use, mental health, and online safety.

UK Considers Under-16 Social Media Ban; 300 Teens to Join Six-Week Pilot 

Kyriakos Mitsotakis has announced that Greece will ban access to social media for children under the age of 15 starting January 1, 2027.

The announcement was made via social media to directly address young audiences, with the Prime Minister acknowledging potential backlash while emphasizing long-term benefits.

Greece Social Media Ban: Greece Proposes Social Media Curbs on Under-15-Year-Olds

A new six-week pilot programme in the United Kingdom will see 300 teenagers voluntarily limit their social media use as part of a government-backed initiative to study the impact of reduced screen time on mental health, focus, sleep patterns, and academic performance. 


UK Social Media Ban: 300 Teenagers to Take Part in Six-Week Pilot in the UK 

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has announced plans to restrict social media access for children under 16. The proposal, revealed during the ₹4.48 lakh crore 2026–27 state budget, aims to tackle the growing impact of excessive mobile and social media usage among young users. If implemented, Karnataka could become the first Indian state to introduce such a restriction.

India: Karnataka to Restrict Social Media Access for Under-16s

Germany’s ruling conservative party has passed a motion urging the federal government to introduce a legal ban on social media use for children under 14, along with stricter digital verification checks for teens up to age 16.

Germany Moves to Ban Social Media Use for Under-14s

France is pushing for a social media ban for minors, sparking a major debate across Europe over online safety and digital regulation. The proposal aims to protect children from harmful content, cyberbullying, and excessive screen exposure, while tech companies face growing pressure to enforce stricter age verification measures.


France Social Media Ban: European Nation Calls for Social Media Ban for Minors |

Spain is considering a ban on social media use for children under 16, citing concerns over mental health, screen time, and online safety. The proposal could impact major social media platforms and set a precedent for other countries.


Spain Proposes Ban on Social Media For Children

President Emmanuel Macron, who championed the cause, flagged social media as a factor to blame for rising violence among young people and cited Australia's example, which became the first country in the world to ban under-16s from using social media.

No social media for children: France passes bill to restrict under-15s; know the countries that have banned platforms for kids

France has moved closer to banning social media access for children under 15 after the French National Assembly voted 116–23 in favour of the proposal. The legislation is part of a broader push to protect minors from online harm, cyberbullying and addictive digital platforms, though implementation challenges remain.


France Moves To Ban Social Media For Under 15 After Parliament Vote

The French government has announced plans to ban social media access for children under 15, aiming to protect young users from online risks, cyberbullying, and mental health issues. The proposed law will restrict platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat for minors and enforce strict parental controls. 


France: French MPs Vote in Favour of Bill to Ban Social Media for Under-15s 

More than 4.7m social media accounts held by Australians who platforms have judged to be under 16 years of age were deactivated, removed or restricted in the first days after the ban came into effect on 10 December, the prime minister has said.

Australia Bans Under-16 Social Media Accounts, Millions Removed Within Days 

Denmark has announced plans to ban social media use for children under 15, aiming to protect young users’ mental health and well-being. Platforms like Instagram, Snapchat, and YouTube would be restricted under the proposal, expected to come into effect by mid-2026.

Parents could grant access for 13- and 14-year-olds after assessments, with enforcement likely via a digital age-verification app. Following Australia’s recent under-16 social media ban, Denmark seeks to go further in protecting children from harmful digital content and excessive online exposure.

Tech Giants Accused Of Stealing Childhoods: Denmark Plans Social Media Ban for Under-15s 

Pakistan warns social media platforms, especially X, of severe action or bans for failing to curb militant-linked accounts spreading hate and misinformation.

Pakistan threatens to ban social media platforms over non-compliance

How are Aussie teens still on social media after the under-16 ban? Some lied about age. One even used a golden retriever’s photo. Here's all we know.

Australian teens defy under-16 social media bans by using dog pictures. So, how 'safe' are they?

Australia has introduced a landmark law banning social media platforms for users under 16, aiming to protect children from online harms and mental health risks. The move has ignited a global debate on children’s digital rights, with advocates praising the initiative as a step toward safer online spaces and critics questioning its impact on privacy and freedom of expression.

Australia Bans Social Media for Under-16s, Children’s Digital Rights in Spotlight

Australia has brought into force tough new rules sharply limiting how social media platforms operate, with the prime minister praising the change as a “great day” for families and children. The ban, aimed at curbing harmful content, addictive design and unchecked influence of tech giants, is being positioned by the government as a major step toward safer online spaces and stronger national control over digital platforms.

Australia’s PM Hails ‘Great Day’ as Landmark Social Media Ban Kicks In

Australia has become the first country to ban social media for children under 16, citing concerns over mental health, online safety, and exposure to harmful content. Platforms will now face strict regulations, and parents will play a key role in monitoring usage. This landmark decision could influence global policies on teen internet access and reshape the way young people engage online.

Australia Bans Social Media For Under-16s

In a global first, Australia’s under-16 social media ban takes effect

Australian Teens Fear Isolation as Social Media Ban Nears

Denmark has announced plans to ban social media use for children under the age of 15, with exceptions allowed for those aged 13-14, subject to parental approval. The move is aimed at protecting the mental health of young people, and is expected to receive broad political support in parliament.


Denmark to ban social media for under‑15, parents can allow access from age 13 

Digitalisation minister Caroline Stage said children and young people have their sleep disrupted, lose their peace and concentration, and experience increasing pressure from digital relationships. Tech platforms have had free rein in children’s rooms for far too long, the minister added.

Denmark to ban social media platforms for children under 15

Other than Nepal, several other nations have also banned major social media platforms like Facebook, X (Twitter), and Instagram, each for varying political, security, or regulatory reasons, but still have not lifted the ban on them. Check the list below.

Not just Nepal! 5 countries that banned Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and other social media apps — Check here

Nepal is on edge as Gen Z-led protests erupt over a controversial social media ban. With 19 dead, three ministers gone, and Prime Minister KP Oli under pressure, what started as a digital crackdown has become a nationwide rebellion against corruption, censorship, and broken trust.

PM Oli's residence set on fire | Nepal protests intensify again

Protests in Nepal reached a boiling point as demonstrators vandalised and set fire to Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s private residence. The escalation follows days of unrest over a controversial social media ban and growing public anger over corruption and governance. Security forces remain on high alert as tensions continue to rise.

PM Oli's private residence vandalised, set ablaze | Nepal protests intensify

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