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Greece is banning kids from using social media.

The Verge •
October 23, 2026 • 11:06 AM
• By Jess Weatherbed
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The ban comes into force on January 1st, 2027, and applies to any child under the age of 15. Greece is the latest country to consider or pass such legislation, following Australia, Brazil, Canada, Indonesia, France, the UK, and more. Similar efforts are also being made in some US states, including Florida. [Link: Greece passes social media ban for children under 15 | https://www.reuters.com/legal/litigation/greece-passes-social-media-ban-children-under-15-2026-10-23/ | Reuters]

Greece is banning kids from using social media.

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The ban comes into force on January 1st, 2027, and applies to any child under the age of 15. Greece is the latest country to consider or pass such legislation , following Australia , Brazil, Canada, Indonesia, France , the UK , and more. Similar efforts are also being made in some US states, including Florida .

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