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EU proposes social media access starting at age 13 with strict parental controls
The European Commission proposed a law restricting children's social media access to protect them from harmful online effects. Children under 13 would be banned, while those aged 13 to 14 could use accounts managed by parents with limited features like disabled cameras and one-hour daily limits. Full access begins at 15. Platforms must verify ages using third-party systems and implement safety measures, with enforcement expected no earlier than late 2027 or 2028.
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