Austria Just Banned Social Media for Kids Under 16 — What the New Law Means and How It May Shape the Future of Youth Online Safety
In 2024, Austria passed one of Europe’s most aggressive online-safety laws:children under 16 are no longer allowed to create or use social media accounts, including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X, or Snapchat. This decision has sparked global debate. Supporters applaud it as necessary for child protection, while critics call it unrealistic and overly restrictive. Here’s what…