Turkiye: Introduced Bill regulating the Protection of Children in Digital Environments and Social Media including personal data protection

On 1 October 2024, the Bill on the Protection of Children in Digital Environments and Social Media (Bill no. 2/2466) was submitted to the Grand National Assembly. The proposal aims to reduce risks children may face online, protect their personal data, and promote digital literacy. The Bill introduces requirements for the protection of children's personal data. Companies are required to obtain consent from a parent or guardian before processing a child's data, and they are prohibited from using or sharing this data for marketing purposes. Platforms must implement measures to ensure the safety and security of children's data and provide clear, easy-to-understand information about how the data is handled. The Personal Data Protection Authority is responsible for overseeing compliance with these requirements and issuing regulations to safeguard children's privacy online.