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French parliament approves social media ban for under-15s

France has become the first European Union nation to pass legislation barring children under 15 from accessing social media platforms like TikTok.

By 22 Jul 2026 · 07:30 CET Updated 22 Jul 2026 · 07:30 CET

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The French parliament has officially approved a new bill that restricts access to social media applications for individuals under the age of 15. This legislative move marks the first instance of an EU member state implementing a national ban of this nature on platforms such as TikTok. According to The Local, the measure is intended to regulate the digital activity of minors within the country.

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