France Allows Children Under 15 on Social Media
The French Constitutional Council lifted the ban on children under 15 using social media networks without risking restriction of free speech. It emphasized that this decision does not harm freedom of expression. The council pointed out that the previous law required all users, including adults, to prove their age to access certain online services, but it lacked the necessary legal conditions and safeguards to ensure these requirements were respected. Additionally, the limited exceptions concerning encyclopedias and scientific guides were unclear. Based on this ruling, French President Emmanuel Macron tasked the Prime Minister with preparing a new, more legally stringent bill, with a deadline set for spring 2027, aimed at protecting children and teenagers from digital risks.
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