type: incident · created: 2026-07-26 · updated: 2026-07-26 · tags: [incident, legislation, france, social-media, age-restriction, childrens-privacy, regulation] · confidence: high · affected_sectors: [technology, government] · au_impact: false
French Parliament Greenlights Social Media Ban for Under-15s
France's National Assembly passed legislation banning social media access for children under 15, one of Europe's most restrictive digital age laws.
Summary
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Body | National Assembly |
| Restriction | Social media ban for children under 15 |
| Date | July 23, 2026 |
The law is among the most restrictive digital age verification requirements in Europe, requiring social media platforms to verify user ages and block access for under-15s.
Source
- The Record — July 23, 2026