Children under 16 in Australia cannot use social media sites. They cannot open accounts with famous sites like TikTok. Social media companies must make sure all users are 16 or above. Australia will fine them if children access the sites. The companies will check the age of their users. All new users must scan their faces.

Australia's leader said social media harms young minds. He told children to start a new sport or learn a musical instrument. He said they should spend time with family and friends. Children aged 10-15 look at harmful information on eating disorders and suicide. Some children say they will be lonely without social media.