
23/09/2025
ℹ️ More details have been released about Australia’s upcoming social media age ban. Starting December, children under 16 will be banned from creating accounts on platforms like Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat, and YouTube. Companies that don’t comply could face fines of up to $49.5 million. 🚫📱
The eSafety Commissioner has outlined strict new rules, requiring platforms to go beyond simple age checkboxes. They must use layered age-verification systems, actively detect underage users, and may need to track user locations to block access. 🔍🇦🇺
📣 Messaging apps and gaming platforms aren’t included, but for social media giants like Meta and Snap, the clock is ticking. The Government says there’s no excuse not to be ready. ⏳📆