Bill proposes to ban account creation on social media and electronic games by individuals under 16

On December 16, 2025, Bill No. 6,458/2025 was introduced in the Brazilian Chamber of Deputies by Federal Deputy Jorge Goetten (PL/SC), proposing amendments to the Digital Statute of Children and Adolescents (Law No. 15,211/2025). The bill seeks to prohibit the creation of accounts or profiles on social media, electronic games, and digital dating platforms by children and adolescents under the age of 16, establishing direct obligations for service providers.

According to the bill’s explanatory statement, the proposal aims to strengthen the protection of children and adolescents in digital environments in light of the risks associated with early and intensive use of such platforms. These risks include potential impacts on mental health, exposure to inappropriate content, and engagement practices deemed harmful. The initiative forms part of broader national and international legislative discussions on age-based restrictions and safeguards for vulnerable groups in digital spaces.

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