France plans to introduce new legislation to ban social media access for children under 15 by September 2026, aiming to protect young users from the potential harms of excessive screen time, according to a draft law.
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The initiative is supported by President Emmanuel Macron, who called for parliament to begin debating the proposal in January. The draft law cites research highlighting the risks of prolonged digital exposure, including cyber-harassment, exposure to inappropriate content, and disruptions to sleep patterns.
The move follows Australia’s landmark decision earlier this month to ban social media for children under 16, setting a precedent for global efforts to regulate youth internet use. French authorities say the legislation is part of a broader effort to safeguard children’s mental and physical well-being in the digital age.
