UAE’s big decision: Social media ban for children below 15 years of age, new rule will be implemented till June 2027

The UAE government has taken a strict decision regarding the online safety of children. new cabinet resolution No. 106 of 2026 under 15 years Creating or using social media accounts for children below the age of 50 is completely prohibited. this rule June 2027 By then it will become fully effective. The government has clarified that this rule cannot be changed even if there is consent from the parents.

Compliance with rules and age verification

To implement this decision, social media platforms 12 months Time has been given. 15 and 16 years Teenagers will be allowed to use social media, but strict security arrangements will have to be made for their accounts. This includes filtering harmful content, restricting conversations with strangers, and setting limits on usage at night.

Strict instructions for platforms

Minister of Family Affairs Sana bint Mohammed Suhail Said that this age is very sensitive for the development of children, hence their safety is important. Director General of Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) Engg. Majed Sultan Al-Mesmar According to , platforms will have to use strong methods like digital government ID or biometrics to verify age. Now just telling your age yourself will not suffice. Apart from this, companies will not be able to use children’s data for advertising or commercial work. If children appear in any content, their account must be in the name of a parent or guardian.