- The Danish government announced plans to ban access to social media platforms for children under 15 years old, making it one of the first EU countries to set such strict age limits.
- Parents may grant special permission for children aged 13–14 to access certain platforms after an official assessment.
- A majority of Danish political parties have expressed support for the plan, ensuring parliamentary approval in the coming months.
- The move follows Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen’s warning about the negative impacts of social media on children’s mental health, sleep, and concentration.
- Enforcement methods remain under discussion, but Denmark plans to use its national electronic ID system and age-verification app to prevent underage access.
Denmark to Ban Social Media for Children Under 15
