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France's Constitutional Council Rules Against Social Media Ban for Children Under 15

France's Constitutional Council has ruled that prohibiting children under 15 from accessing social media platforms such as Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube would infringe on their freedom of expression. The decision was made public on August 14, 2026.

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France's Constitutional Council has ruled that prohibiting children under 15 from accessing social media platforms such as Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube would infringe on their freedom of expression. The decision was made public on August 14, 2026.

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France: Top court blocks social media ban for children

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France's Constitutional Council Rules Against Social Media Ban for Children Under 15