Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Act 2024

Age VerificationIn Effect

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Australia amended its online safety regime to require providers of age-restricted social media platforms to take reasonable steps to prevent under-16 users from holding accounts. The framework affects covered social platforms serving Australian users and relies on age-assurance systems rather than mandating government digital ID. It also gives the eSafety Commissioner implementation and oversight responsibilities.

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Regulatory lifecycle

Sequence: Royal Assent -> In Effect

1
Dec 10, 2024
Royal Assent
Australia gave royal assent to the social media minimum age amendments.
2
Dec 10, 2025
In Effect
The age-restricted social media account restrictions for under-16 users became operative.

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