The discussion on stricter restrictions on social media use by minors is intensifying at the European level. Greece is reportedly one step away from making critical announcements, according to government sources, while Cyprus closely monitors developments, incorporating the issue into its public dialogue.
A senior government source told Reuters that Greece is “very close” to announcing a ban on social media use for minors under 15 years old. This statement comes as more European countries reconsider the framework for protecting children in the digital world.
A few hours earlier, Spain – following the example of Australia, France, and Portugal – announced plans to ban social media use for individuals under 16 years old. The Spanish draft law includes a strict liability framework, holding platform leaders personally accountable for hate speech and harmful content.
Greece plans to ban social media use for individuals under 16 years old.
Cyprus is also moving in the same European direction, where the issue of digital safety for minors increasingly concerns the state, educators, and parents. Although no specific legislative measure has been announced yet, responsible sources note that international developments and initiatives by countries like Greece and Spain serve as reference points for future policy decisions in Nicosia.
It is reminded that in 2025, the Prime Minister of Greece, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, clarified that banning social media for minors under 16 is among the government’s options. In an environment where the boundaries between the physical and digital worlds are becoming increasingly blurred, Greece and Cyprus seem called upon – each with their own tools – to make clear decisions on how to protect future generations.
