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German expert panel suggests social media ban for under-13s

Published Wednesday, June 24, 2026

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  • German Panel's Online Child Protection Recommendations — 1 source

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A German government-appointed expert panel has suggested implementing a social media ban for children under 13 years old. This recommendation is part of 56 proposals submitted to the family ministry to enhance online protection for children and young people, also including broader child-safety measures and parental responsibilities.

What We Know — Key Points

  • A German government-appointed expert panel has proposed considering a social media ban for children under 13 years old.
  • The panel submitted 56 recommendations to the family ministry as part of a strategy to protect children and young people online.
  • Other recommendations include strict child-safety measures, tiered protection standards for older age groups, and a parental duty to prevent "digital neglect."

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German Panel's Online Child Protection Recommendations
  • Channel News Asia

    A German government-appointed expert panel has recommended considering a social media ban for under-13s and implementing strict child-safety measures online. The recommendations, welcomed by the government, also include tiered protection standards for older age groups and a parental duty to prevent "digital neglect".

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