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EU Considers Social Media Age Restrictions Amid Concerns

4/20/2026

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The European Union is considering age-related restrictions for children on social media.
Greece has already implemented these age-related restrictions for children on social media.
The United Kingdom and Australia show such measures may drive children to unsafe online environments.
The Council of Europe advised that restrictions should not infringe freedom of expression and should focus on illegal content.
The recommendations urge platforms to develop risk-mitigation tools while respecting children's rights.

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The European Union is considering age-related restrictions for children on social media.
Greece has already implemented these age-related restrictions for children on social media.
The United Kingdom and Australia show such measures may drive children to unsafe online environments.
The Council of Europe advised that restrictions should not infringe freedom of expression and should focus on illegal content.
The recommendations urge platforms to develop risk-mitigation tools while respecting children's rights.