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Turkey Considers Social Media Restrictions for Children Under 15

4/8/2026

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Turkish lawmakers are debating a draft law that would restrict social media access for children under 15.
The bill would require platforms to implement age-verification systems and parental controls.
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's government says the aim is to protect children's safety and privacy.
The main opposition party CHP argues for rights-based protections rather than bans.
Similar measures are being considered in Spain, France, and the United Kingdom.

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Turkish lawmakers are debating a draft law that would restrict social media access for children under 15.
The bill would require platforms to implement age-verification systems and parental controls.
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's government says the aim is to protect children's safety and privacy.
The main opposition party CHP argues for rights-based protections rather than bans.
Similar measures are being considered in Spain, France, and the United Kingdom.