Greece to Ban Social Media for Under-15s
Aiming to protect children's mental and psychological health, Greece will restrict access to social networks for individuals under a certain age starting January 1, 2027.
The Greek government announced that it will restrict access to social media networks for individuals under the age of 15 starting January 1, 2027, in order to protect children's mental and psychological health.
Announced at a Joint Press Conference
Greek Minister of State Akis Skertsos, Minister of Health Adonis Georgiadis, and Minister of Digital Governance Dimitris Papastergiu announced the details of the bill regarding the use of social networks by minors to the public through a joint press conference.
Current Measures Found Insufficient
Minister of State Akis Skertsos emphasized that the existing measures taken by social media platforms to protect children remain inadequate, stating that new steps are inevitable.
Existing Accounts Will Be Closed
With the new regulation to be implemented, not only will new memberships be blocked, but existing social media accounts belonging to individuals under 15 opened before the law enters into force will also be blocked from access.
Children's Status and Statistics
Minister of Health Adonis Georgiadis stated that more than half of the children in the 10-12 age group in the country have an active social media account and that one in every four children spends excessive time on these platforms.
To Be Aligned with European Union Legislation
Minister of Digital Governance Dimitris Papastergiu announced that the legal framework to be prepared will be designed in full compliance with European Union digital legislation and that the restriction will officially begin to be implemented as of January 1, 2027.