Claims of TikTok Being Banned in Turkey and Discussions on Access Restrictions
While social media claims regarding the closure of TikTok in Turkey have not been confirmed by official authorities, legal processes in the US and new regulations targeting children under 15 are being discussed.
Following claims on social media that TikTok will be completely shut down in Turkey, there is no closure decision announced by official authorities.
No Official Decision for Closure from Authorities
There are no announcements made by the Information and Communication Technologies Authority or any other official authority regarding the complete shutdown of the TikTok platform.
Certain technical glitches and connectivity issues experienced by users do not constitute a nationwide access restriction.
Date Claims on Social Media Are Baseless
Claims circulating on social media that TikTok will shut down on specific dates are not confirmed by any official document.
Unless an official statement comes from authorized institutions, such posts must be considered entirely at the level of allegations.
Effects of the Legal Process in the US
The legal process conducted in the US state of Alabama and the settlement reached also play a role in the spread of claims that TikTok will be shut down.
The settlement in Alabama provides for usage restrictions for child users and the strengthening of parental controls.
Regulation Targeting Users Under 15
A new legal regulation prepared regarding the use of social media by children under the age of 15 in Turkey is at the center of discussions.
The regulation in question does not aim to completely ban the platform, but rather to restrict access to social media services for users under 15.