Europe Seeks Stricter Age Limits for TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook The European Commission's proposal to bar children under 13 from social media platforms and curb addictive features is a necessary step towards mitigating the risks associated with these technologies.
Critics have long warned about the devastating impact of social media on children's mental health, and policymakers are finally taking concrete action.
Unveiled by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, the plan aims to prevent children younger than 13 from accessing platforms like Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram.