Bill to Protect Minors from the Risks of Social Media Use

This French legislative proposal aims to reduce the exposure of children and adolescents to the potential harms associated with screens and social media platforms. The bill responds to growing concerns about the psychological, social, and developmental impact that unregulated access to social networks can have on minors. The proposal likely introduces age verification requirements for social media platforms, restrictions on account creation for users below a defined age threshold, and obligations for platforms to implement parental consent mechanisms. It reflects a broader European trend toward tightening digital protections for young users. Platforms operating in France would face new compliance obligations, including enhanced transparency about algorithmic content recommendations targeting minors and stricter data protection measures. Non-compliant platforms could face financial penalties under the proposed framework.

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