Social Media Age Limit Bill
Social Media Age Limit Bill in Norway: pending, effective TBD (bill to Parliament by end of 2026). Applies to Social media platforms accessible to Norwegian users. Age range: Under 16 (cohort-based). Age limit applies from January 1 of the year a child turns 16, so entire school cohorts gain access
Key facts
| Jurisdiction | Norway |
|---|---|
| Category | International |
| Status | pending |
| Effective date | TBD (bill to Parliament by end of 2026) |
| Age range | Under 16 (cohort-based) |
| Applies to | Social media platforms accessible to Norwegian users |
Key requirements
- Age limit applies from January 1 of the year a child turns 16, so entire school cohorts gain access together
- Platforms responsible for age verification
- Follows earlier proposal to raise the consent age from 13 to 15
Notes
Government confirmed in 2026 it will present the bill to the Storting before the end of 2026.
Frequently asked
What does Social Media Age Limit Bill require?
Age limit applies from January 1 of the year a child turns 16, so entire school cohorts gain access together Platforms responsible for age verification Follows earlier proposal to raise the consent age from 13 to 15
Who must comply with Social Media Age Limit Bill in Norway?
Social media platforms accessible to Norwegian users
When does Social Media Age Limit Bill take effect and what is its status?
Effective TBD (bill to Parliament by end of 2026). Current status: pending. Government confirmed in 2026 it will present the bill to the Storting before the end of 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
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- Build it yourself: 2026 US Privacy Program Workbook (ciso.diy)