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Turkish parliament bans social media for children under 15, new measures to control online use
2026-04-23 09:24:13 / BOTA
Turkey's parliament has passed a new law banning access to social media for those under 15, in an effort to increase control over the use of digital platforms by minors.
According to reports by Anadolu Agency, the law stipulates that minors under this age will be prohibited from registering on social networks, while platforms will be forced to implement age verification systems.
Turkish media reports that parents will be given tools to monitor their children's screen time and online spending. In emergency cases, major platforms will also be required to intervene within an hour to limit the spread of harmful content.
The law is expected to enter into force six months after publication in the Official Gazette.
Meanwhile, similar discussions are taking place in other countries. French President Emmanuel Macron has proposed a monthly “day off” from social media for young people, with the aim of getting them back to real-life activities, such as reading or sports.
Likewise, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and leaders of several European Union countries have discussed imposing similar restrictions on children's access to social media, an initiative that is gaining increasing support in Europe.
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