UAE Imposes New Controls to Protect Children on Social Media Platforms
The UAE Cabinet has approved a new resolution regulating children's use of social media platforms, setting 15 as the minimum age for creating and using personal accounts. This step aims to enhance child safety in the digital environment and mitigate risks associated with early platform use. Under the resolution, children under 15 are prohibited from creating or using personal accounts.
Editorial Team · 1 Nov 2026 · 3 min read