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Portugal Approves Parental Consent Law for Minors on Social Media

2/12/2026

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The Portuguese Parliament approved a draft law requiring parental consent for minors 13–16 to access social media, with 148 votes in favor and 69 against.
The measure was proposed by the ruling Social Democratic Party (PSD) to address cyberbullying.
Parents will use the Digital Mobile Key (DMK) system to grant consent.
Tech companies must implement age verification systems.
Violations may result in fines up to 2% of global revenue.

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The Portuguese Parliament approved a draft law requiring parental consent for minors 13–16 to access social media, with 148 votes in favor and 69 against.
The measure was proposed by the ruling Social Democratic Party (PSD) to address cyberbullying.
Parents will use the Digital Mobile Key (DMK) system to grant consent.
Tech companies must implement age verification systems.
Violations may result in fines up to 2% of global revenue.