Social Media

Social media age restrictions

From 10 December, Australian young people under 16 will not be allowed to create or hold accounts on certain social media platforms. This is not a ban, it’s a delay to having accounts. Being logged into an account increases the exposure under-16s have to design features that encourage them to spend more time on screens, while serving up content that can harm their health and wellbeing. The delay is an opportunity for them to build their digital literacy skills and resilience.

Information and resources to support parents and carers, and young people to prepare for the change are available at eSafety's Social media age restrictions hub.

Here are three things you can do: 

1. Read eSafety’s frequently asked questions for parents and carers to find out what’s changing and why.

2. Register for an eSafety live webinar.

3. Use the eSafety Get ready guide for parents and carers, and conversation starters to start preparing for the change.

Click the image below to access the eSafety's Social media age restrictions hub.