by Alimat Aliyeva
France should ban children under the age of 15–16 from using
social media, President Emmanuel Macron has announced,
Azernews reports.
According to the French president, mandatory age verification
will be introduced across all social networks, with a minimum age
set at 15–16 years. Children and teenagers under 18 will face
stricter restrictions on accessing social media platforms.
Macron stated that the government plans to present the relevant
bill early next year and emphasized his goal of seeing it passed
before the end of his presidential term in 2027.
The proposal comes amid growing concerns over the impact of
social media on young people’s mental health, online safety, and
exposure to harmful content. Experts warn that early exposure to
social networks can contribute to anxiety, cyberbullying, and
distorted body image among adolescents.
Earlier, we reported that Australia implemented a similar ban
last year, prohibiting children under 16 from using social media
platforms, making France one of the latest countries considering
stricter regulations to protect minors online.
Some critics argue that instead of outright bans, governments
could focus on better digital education and parental controls,
helping children learn to navigate online spaces safely rather than
excluding them entirely.
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