Poland to Implement Social Media Ban for Under-15s, Fining Platforms for Non-Compliance

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Poland to Ban Social Media for Under-15s, Fines for Non-Compliant Platforms

The government is also considering financial penalties for platforms that fail to prevent underage users from accessing their services.

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Storyboard•27-02-2026, 14:55

Poland to Ban Social Media for Under-15s, Fines for Non-Compliant Platforms

•Poland plans legislation to prohibit children under 15 from accessing social media platforms.
•The law aims for implementation by early 2027, with age verification burden on tech companies.
•Financial penalties are being considered for platforms failing to prevent underage access.
•Initiative driven by concerns over declining mental health and cognitive development in youth.
•Reflects a broader European trend towards tighter online platform regulation for minors.

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