At what age should kids access social media? Finding balance between protection and autonomy.
No age limit
Parental decision; no government restrictions
13+ (current COPPA)
Current standard; parental consent under 13
16+ with verification
Stricter age verification; limited features under 16
18+ for algorithm feeds
Basic access at 13+, but algorithmic content only at 18+
18+ for all platforms
Full ban on social media until legal adulthood
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