Spain is planning major new rules that would ban social media access for minors under the age of 16, according to Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez.
The announcement was made as part of a wider plan to create a safer digital environment for children and teenagers, especially as concerns grow about mental health, online bullying, and harmful content.
Under the proposed rules, social media platforms would be required to implement age verification systems to ensure younger users cannot create accounts.
The government says the goal is to protect minors from addictive algorithms, inappropriate content, and online harassment, which have become growing concerns across Europe.
Spain is not the only country looking at stricter internet rules for children, as several European governments are considering similar measures.
Technology companies may now be forced to change how accounts are created and verified, which could affect millions of users if the law is passed.
The proposal is still part of a broader digital safety plan, but it signals a major shift in how governments regulate social media access for young people.
If approved, Spain would become one of the first countries in Europe to introduce such strict age limits for social media use.
