Social Media Minimum Age (Under 15)
Social Media Minimum Age (Under 15) in Denmark: pending, effective TBD (legislation in progress 2026). Applies to Largest social media platforms allowing public profiles with documented risks (addictive design, harmful content). Age range: Under 15 (13 with parental consent). Minimum age of 15 for c
Key facts
| Jurisdiction | Denmark |
|---|---|
| Category | International |
| Status | pending |
| Effective date | TBD (legislation in progress 2026) |
| Age range | Under 15 (13 with parental consent) |
| Applies to | Largest social media platforms allowing public profiles with documented risks (addictive design, harmful content) |
Key requirements
- Minimum age of 15 for covered platforms
- Parents may consent to access from age 13 after a specific assessment
- Age checks using national digital ID infrastructure
- Targets platforms with addictive design and illegal or harmful content
Notes
Cross-party political agreement announced November 7, 2025. Government confirmed in April 2026 that age checks will be imposed; the list of covered platforms and the effective date were not yet finalized as of September 2026.
Frequently asked
What does Social Media Minimum Age (Under 15) require?
Minimum age of 15 for covered platforms Parents may consent to access from age 13 after a specific assessment Age checks using national digital ID infrastructure Targets platforms with addictive design and illegal or harmful content
Who must comply with Social Media Minimum Age (Under 15) in Denmark?
Largest social media platforms allowing public profiles with documented risks (addictive design, harmful content)
When does Social Media Minimum Age (Under 15) take effect and what is its status?
Effective TBD (legislation in progress 2026). Current status: pending. Cross-party political agreement announced November 7, 2025. Government confirmed in April 2026 that age checks will be imposed; the list of covered platforms and the effective date were not yet finalized as of September 2026.
Related laws
| Law | Jurisdiction | Category | Status | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Social Media Minimum Age Law | Australia | International | active | December 10, 2025 |
| Online Safety Act — Age Verification Requirements | United Kingdom | International | active | July 25, 2025 |
| Online Safety Act — Child Safety Regime | United Kingdom | International | active | July 25, 2025 |
| Under-16 Social Media Ban (Children's Wellbeing and Schools Act 2026 regulations) | United Kingdom | International | pending | Spring 2027 (expected) |
| Digital Services Act — Guidelines on Protecting Minors | European Union | International | active | July 14, 2025 |
| EU Digital Minimum Age & Mandatory Age Assurance Initiative | European Union | International | pending | TBD (Commission proposal expected; Digital Fairness Act 2026) |
| GDPR — Children's Consent Requirements | European Union | International | active | May 25, 2018 |
| Under-15 Social Media Ban (2026 Law) | France | International | blocked | N/A (struck down August 14, 2026) |
Put it into practice
- Generate the policy: COPPA policy generator (generatepolicy.com)
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- Build it yourself: 2026 US Privacy Program Workbook (ciso.diy)