Turkiye: Ministry of Family and Social Services announced planned social media regulation for children under 15

On 29 November 2025, the Ministry of Family and Social Services announced planned social media regulation targeting children under the age of 15. The announcement was made during a public event in Istanbul and positioned the planned regulation within broader policy work addressing the impact of digitalisation on families. The Ministry indicated that social media platforms and other digital services used by children constitute a relevant policy target. The announcement referred to ongoing engagement with media and digital platform representatives to promote content suitable for children’s development. The announcement also linked the planned regulation to wider family protection policies, including family education programmes, cooperation with local governments, and measures addressing digital risks affecting children.