Social Media Ban for Under-15s
Social Media Ban for Under-15s in Greece: pending, effective January 1, 2027 (announced). Applies to Social media platforms enabling profiles, interaction, and content sharing (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, TikTok). Age range: Under 15. Ban on social media access for children under 15
Key facts
| Jurisdiction | Greece |
|---|---|
| Category | International |
| Status | pending |
| Effective date | January 1, 2027 (announced) |
| Age range | Under 15 |
| Applies to | Social media platforms enabling profiles, interaction, and content sharing (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, TikTok) |
Key requirements
- Ban on social media access for children under 15
- Platforms must implement age verification
- Complements Greece's existing Kids Wallet parental-control app
Notes
Announced by Prime Minister Mitsotakis April 8, 2026, with legislation expected through Parliament in mid-2026 and a call for EU-level action.
Frequently asked
What does Social Media Ban for Under-15s require?
Ban on social media access for children under 15 Platforms must implement age verification Complements Greece's existing Kids Wallet parental-control app
Who must comply with Social Media Ban for Under-15s in Greece?
Social media platforms enabling profiles, interaction, and content sharing (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, TikTok)
When does Social Media Ban for Under-15s take effect and what is its status?
Effective January 1, 2027 (announced). Current status: pending. Announced by Prime Minister Mitsotakis April 8, 2026, with legislation expected through Parliament in mid-2026 and a call for EU-level action.
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)
- Buy the policy pack: Privacy Program Bundle (cyberpolicy.shop)
- Build it yourself: 2026 US Privacy Program Workbook (ciso.diy)