The proposed law would require social media companies to block children under 15 from opening accounts and implement parental controls to manage access. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's government argues that the initiative is crucial for protecting children's safety and privacy online, with Family and Social Services Minister Mahinur Ozdemir Goktas stating, 'Protecting our children from all kinds of risks, threats and harmful content is our top priority.' The main opposition party, CHP, has criticized the approach, advocating for rights-based policies instead of bans.
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Turkiye Parliament Debates Social Media Access for Children Under 15
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On April 6, 2026, a Turkish parliament committee approved a draft law to restrict social media access for children under 15, which will now be debated in the Grand National Assembly. The legislation aims to enhance child safety online and mandates age-verification systems and parental controls. If enacted, social media platforms will face penalties for non-compliance.
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