October 8, 2025

Hold on, parents! Denmark is raising the bar in protecting kids from social media overload. Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen dropped a bombshell during the parliament's autumn session by announcing a plan to ban social media for children under the age of 15. But wait—she didn’t name which social media apps would be blocked or exactly how the ban will work. The bill timeline is still a mystery too. However, she gave us a glimpse into the government’s plan. Parents might be allowed to approve social media use starting at age 13, so kids aren't completely cut off. Why? Because as Mette Frederiksen said, “The cell phone and social media are robbing our children of their childhood.” She painted a sad picture where 60% of Danish boys aged 11 to 19 would rather stay home and scroll than hang out with friends. Denmark isn’t alone in this crusade. Australia is already blazing a trail, with their parliament passing a law in late 2024 banning social media for children under 16. Though Australia hasn’t explained exactly how they will make it work, platforms like Facebook, Snapchat, TikTok, and YouTube are in their sights. Europe is also stirring action. In June, Greece suggested the idea of an "age of digital adulthood" across the EU, which would mean kids can only use social media with parents’ permission. So, is this the start of a global wave to rescue kids from the digital jungle? Denmark’s strong words and plans might be the first step toward giving children back their carefree, screen-free moments. Stay tuned as more details unfold!

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Tags: Denmark, Social media ban, Children under 15, Mette frederiksen, Internet safety, Youth health,