Most in Germany want Australia-style social media ban: poll
Most in Germany want Australia-style social media ban: poll

Most in Germany want Australia-style social media ban: poll – DW – 11/30/2024

Summary
A YouGov poll revealed that 77% of Germans support banning social media for those under 16, similar to a new Australian law.
The survey found that 82% believe social media harms young people, citing harmful content and addiction.
In Australia, the law fines platforms up to AUD 49.5 million (€30.5M) for allowing under-16s to create accounts, with enforcement trials set before implementation next year. Critics