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Europe and Australia Tighten Privacy Laws for Kids

3/13/2026

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Several European countries tightened privacy laws after cases like a woman suing her parents for sharing childhood photos.
In Australia, the Children’s Online Privacy Code (COPC) will let teenagers erase digital footprints created by parents.
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner supports COPC, citing children's desire for control over their information.
A viral campaign in Ireland underscored oversharing risks, prompting experts to urge cultural shifts toward child safety.

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Several European countries tightened privacy laws after cases like a woman suing her parents for sharing childhood photos.
In Australia, the Children’s Online Privacy Code (COPC) will let teenagers erase digital footprints created by parents.
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner supports COPC, citing children's desire for control over their information.
A viral campaign in Ireland underscored oversharing risks, prompting experts to urge cultural shifts toward child safety.