Reddit Rolls Out Global Teen-Safety Tools Ahead of Australia’s Social Media Ban
Reddit is proactively launching worldwide teen-safety enhancements as Australia gears up to implement a groundbreaking social media ban for users under 16. The platform's new safeguards include stricter chat filters, reduced personalized advertising, and age-prediction mechanisms for minors.
Australia's regulatory framework, effective December 10, 2025, will prohibit under-16s from accessing major platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Reddit, with non-compliant companies facing penalties up to A$49.5 million. While the rules apply broadly, Reddit's early MOVE positions it ahead of the curve in addressing youth protection concerns.
The initiative reflects growing global pressure on social media platforms to implement robust age-verification systems. Age-assurance technology providers stand to benefit as governments worldwide push for layered verification approaches to protect minors online.
