Turkey bans social media for under-15s
Turkey has enacted a law banning social media access for children under 15, requiring platforms to implement strict age verification. This move aligns with similar global efforts to mitigate the impact of social media on youth mental health.
Why it matters
It reflects a growing international regulatory trend toward restricting youth access to digital platforms to combat addiction and online harm.
Turkey has formally announced a ban on social media use by children under 15, with the restrictions set to take effect on November 1.The decision was published in the official state journal on Saturday, October 10, following the passage of a law by parliament in April. Under the legislation, social media providers must introduce safeguards to protect young users, including age-verification measures.The law requires platforms to “take the necessary technical and administrative measures, including age verification, to implement” protections for children.
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