Australia’s Social Media Age Rule: What Every Family Should Know Before December 2025
Starting 10 December 2025, young Australians under 16 will no longer be able to open new accounts on most major social-media platforms.That includes TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, YouTube, Facebook and X (formerly Twitter). This update to Australia’s Online Safety Act shifts responsibility for children’s online safety from parents alone to the technology companies that profit from their engagement. Why This Is Happening The … Read more
