Australia has become the first country in the world to ban social media for children under 16. Under the new law, large platforms such as TikTok, YouTube, Instagram and Facebook must block underage users. Otherwise, companies could face fines up to 49.5 million Australian dollars.
The government considers this decision necessary to protect the mental health of young people. Studies show that teenagers who spend a lot of time on social media often face loneliness, pressure, and cyberattacks. Therefore, the country aims to create a safer environment for young people.
Platforms use methods to determine users’ age: face scanning, behavior analysis, or document verification. X (formerly Twitter) under Elon Musk also said it would comply with the law despite resistance. The Australian government emphasized that it will continuously monitor the process.
Some teenagers say the ban may make it harder to communicate with friends. At the same time, experts note that this restriction may serve as an example for other countries. Australia’s experience could lead to international discussions in the future.
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