French MPs approve law seeking ban on social media for children below 15
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The French National Assembly approved a bill on January 27, 2026, to ban social media for children under 15, citing concerns about online bullying and mental health. If the Senate approves, France will be the second country to enact such a ban, following Australia. President Macron supports the ban, aiming for implementation by the next academic year in September, emphasizing the need to protect children from manipulation by social media platforms. The bill, presented by Laure Miller, aims to set boundaries, addressing concerns about children reading and sleeping less, and comparing themselves more. Social media platforms will have until December 31 to deactivate non-compliant accounts.
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AI-ExtractedSocial media platforms will have until December 31 to deactivate non-compliant accounts.
Macron hailed the vote as a “major step” to protect French children and teenagers.
The National Assembly approved the bill by a vote of 130 to 21.
Australia has already barred social media for children below 16 years.
French MPs approved a law seeking to ban social media for children below 15.
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