Greece plans to ban children under the age of 15 from accessing social media, with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis expected to announce the decision today, the government said.
This move joins a growing number of European countries seeking to restrict minors’ access to online platforms, according to local media.
Slovenia, the United Kingdom, Austria, and Spain are also working on similar bans. They are following the example of Australia, which became the first country in the world to block access to social media for children under 16.
The move comes amid growing concern about the impact of social media on young people’s mental health, including addiction, anxiety, depression, and exposure to harmful content. Experts also warn about risks such as cyberbullying and misuse of personal data.
At the same time, critics argue that full bans could be difficult to enforce and may encourage children to bypass the rules by using other people’s accounts or providing false information. Some advocate for stricter content regulation and greater accountability for platforms.
