YouTube banned in Australia for children under 16: The Australian government has taken a major step keeping in mind the online security of children. Now for children under 16 years of age in the country YouTube The use of has also been banned. This rule will be applicable from December 10, 2025. Earlier YouTube was exempted from this rule, but now it too Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, Snapchat and X (First Twitter) For example, banned social media has been included in the list of platforms.
However, YouTube Kids will be free from this ban. It has a safe and pre -filtered material available for children. Children can watch videos on this platform, but no video can upload.
The government has issued a clear guideline that if a child creates an account on YouTube or any restricted social media platforms, despite being under 16 years of age or takes any subscription, then legal action will be taken against him.
According to ‘The Guardian’ report, Australia’s Communications Minister Anika Wales confirmed the decision, saying, “We cannot ignore the fact that 4 out of every 10 children have complained of mental or emotional loss from YouTube.” He also said, “The government will not be afraid of social media companies. We will prioritize the safety of parents and children.”
The government has taken this decision based on the recommendations of the e-security commissioner. He believes that the inclusion of YouTube in the list of banned sites will give a new direction to online safety of children.
Australia has become the first country in the world to pass the law to the ban on social media for children under 16 years of age. Interestingly, this bill received support from both the opposition and the ruling party. In such a situation, children will be required to use YouTube from now on.
