Naciones que prohíben redes sociales infantiles

Over the past months, numerous nations have embarked on a transformative journey to restrict social media access for children and teenagers. Australia emerged as the pioneer, implementing the first ban on social media for individuals under 16 at the close of 2025. This bold move has garnered global attention, prompting other countries to follow suit, with France recently announcing similar measures.

Governments worldwide are introducing regulations designed to alleviate the myriad pressures young users face on social media. These pressures include cyberbullying, addiction, mental health challenges, and the risk of predatory behavior. However, this wave of legislative action has not come without controversy. Concerns surrounding privacy issues related to intrusive age verification processes and excessive government oversight have surfaced. Critics, including organizations like Amnesty Tech, argue that such bans could be ineffective, neglecting the complex digital realities confronted by younger generations. Yet, despite these reservations, many nations continue to push forward with proposed legislation.

A closer look reveals a comprehensive list of countries actively considering or implementing bans on social media for younger users:

### Australia
Australia set the example by prohibiting access to major platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok for children under 16. The government mandates these companies to adopt stringent age verification methods, with potential penalties exceeding $49.5 million AUD for noncompliance.

### Austria
In late March, Austria indicated plans to ban social media for children up to 14 years old, with legislation anticipated to be finalized by June.

### Canada
Canada’s government introduced a digital safety bill in early June, proposing a ban on social media for individuals under 16, though exceptions could apply if companies demonstrate sufficient protective measures.

### Denmark
Denmark announced intentions to restrict social media access for children under 15, with legislative support from multiple parliamentary parties, possibly leading to implementation by mid-2026.

### France
On July 21, France enacted a law banning social media access for anyone under 15, expected to be implemented by September. This law also extends the existing cellphone ban in high schools.

### Germany
In early February, German authorities contemplated a ban on social media for users under 16, though internal coalition dynamics complicated the proposal.

### Greece
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced plans in April to ban social media access for children under 15 starting January 2027, targeting increased anxiety and sleep disturbances attributed to social media.

### Indonesia
In March, Indonesia declared a ban on social media usage for children under 16, focusing on major platforms like TikTok and Instagram.

### Malaysia
In November 2025, Malaysia announced intentions to implement a ban for children under 16 within the same year.

### Poland
Poland’s ruling party is drafting legislation to bar children under 15 from social media, signaling a significant move in response to growing concerns over online safety.

### Slovenia
Slovenia is considering legislation to prohibit social media access for children under 15, as part of its broader digital policy.

### Spain
In early February, Spain’s government outlined a plan to ban social media for users under 16, a measure that still awaits parliamentary approval.

### Turkey
Turkey’s parliament passed a bill in April to restrict social media access for children under 15, pending presidential approval for enactment.

### United Kingdom
The U.K. prime minister announced plans in June to impose a ban on social media for children under 16, with the goal of implementation by spring 2027. Notably, messaging services like WhatsApp and Signal will be exempt from this ban.

As nations grapple with the implications of social media on youth, these emerging regulations reflect a significant shift in how society seeks to protect its younger members. This story was first published on July 21, 2026, and has been updated to reflect the ongoing developments in this critical issue.

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