Denmark set to ban social media access for children under 15

Following in Australia’s footsteps, Denmark is the next country set to block social media access for those under the age of 15.

Australia will make history on December 10 with the world’s first legislation blocking social media access for those under the age of 16. Now, the move has inspired others to follow suit, with Denmark following close behind.

The Danish government reached an agreement on Friday, November 7, to mirror Australia’s strategy. There will soon be a minimum age requirement of 15 in order to access certain social media platforms. The specific platforms haven’t been nailed down yet, but for comparison, Australia’s ban includes everything from Snapchat and Threads to YouTube, Kick, and possibly Roblox.

“This is done to protect children and young people in the digital world,” Denmark’s digitalization ministry said in a statement.

Denmark set to impose social media ban for those under 15

“Denmark is now taking a groundbreaking step towards introducing age limits on social media,” the statement said. The motion comes following Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen’s recent push for restrictions on the use of social media.

Although a majority of parties in the Danish parliament have reached an agreement, it’s too early to say when the social media ban may come into effect.

For Australia, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese first announced his plans to restrict social media access back on September 10, 2025. The legislation officially comes into effect next month, 15 months later.

It’s also unclear exactly how Denmark intends to enforce its policy, though according to the statement, parents will be able to consent on their children’s behalf, granting access to those as young as 13, so long as they have explicit permission.