DUBAI: The UAE’s decision to restrict social media access for children under 15 has generated significant discussion among parents, educators and mental health professionals. While much of the public conversation has focused on technology, regulation and enforcement, many families are reflecting on something far more immediate: what this change will mean inside their own homes. Among the parents I speak to, there is often more agreement than disagreement about the intention behind the policy.

UAE bans social media for under-15s and adds strict safeguards for teens. Learn what the new rules mean for families, platforms and children’s online safety.

UAE bans social media for under-15s. Discover how TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, Facebook and X must verify ages, protect children and comply with new safety rules.