The Constitutional Council of France has stated that a ban on access to social media platforms, including Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube, for individuals under the age of 15 would violate freedom of expression rights. This ruling was announced on August 14, 2026.
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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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