New research also reveals major concerns about data privacy, with just 13% trusting online platforms with their biometric data
London, UK – 10 December 2025 – More than half of UK adults (51%) say they would support a ban on under-16s accessing social media, according to new research released to coincide with Australia’s under-16 social media restrictions coming into effect on 10 December.
The survey of 2,000 UK adults was commissioned by SafetyTech firm Privately SA, whose privacy-preserving age-estimation technology is being deployed by at least three of the ten largest social media platforms in Australia.
The findings highlight widespread concern about children’s online exposure and a desire for stronger safeguards. Yet 42% of respondents also acknowledge that children need to be online to learn, socialise, and play, underscoring the importance of age-appropriate,...
