Australia’s under-16 Social Media Ban and what it means for Roblox. Which platforms are included, and which are not.

In about 40 minutes, new legislation is due to take effect in Australia which bans under-16s from using a host of social media platforms - including TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, X and Reddit.

Supporters of Australia’s social media age ban, many with strong links to traditional media organisations, argue it will protect children from online harm, reduce bullying, and limit exposure to addic...