Réseaux sociaux : ce qui changera en 2026 et 2027

France is set to implement a major digital shift, prohibiting access to social media for children under 15 by September 2026, with a broader enforcement in January 2027. This follows a similar initiative in Australia, but early results suggest significant loopholes remain, with 70% of under-16s continuing to access the platforms. The law aims to protect minors, but faces challenges due to the ease with which children can falsify their age and the potential for increased data collection and privacy risks. Despite the legal framework, the effectiveness hinges on robust enforcement and the resilience of identity verification systems, rather than simply relying on a declaration of age.