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EU Accuses Snapchat, Sites of Failing Child Age Protection

3/27/2026

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The European Commission accuses Snapchat and four adult websites of failing to enforce age limits, risking children's rights.
The Commission's report warns minors accessing adult content breach EU digital rules.
Vice President Henna Virkkunen urged robust measures to shield children from risks such as cyber-grooming.
An EU age-verification app to confirm age without sharing personal data is to launch in early 2027.

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The European Commission accuses Snapchat and four adult websites of failing to enforce age limits, risking children's rights.
The Commission's report warns minors accessing adult content breach EU digital rules.
Vice President Henna Virkkunen urged robust measures to shield children from risks such as cyber-grooming.
An EU age-verification app to confirm age without sharing personal data is to launch in early 2027.