News•Mar 5, 2026
The Social Media Ban for Kids Is Spreading. But Is It Actually Working? – and Could It Happen in the...
Governments worldwide are moving quickly to ban minors from social media, starting with Australia’s under‑16 ban that took effect in December 2025. The Australian ban has already deactivated roughly 4.7 million child accounts, but many teens report bypassing verification with simple tricks. The United States is pursuing the Kids Off Social Media Act, which restricts under‑13 accounts and bans algorithmic feeds for users under 17, while grappling with First Amendment challenges. Canada’s efforts lag behind, with draft legislation for a ban under‑14 still pending parliamentary approval.
