The June 2026 report by EU Kids Online examines the use of, views on, and concerns about age restrictions on social media. As part of a survey, 29,169 children aged 9 to 16 from 19 European countries were interviewed. Among other topics, the report examined the use of social media in young people’s daily lives. In summary, the authors conclude that the findings point toward a “safety-by-design” approach or even a “child-rights-by-design” approach.
The report is available for download below.