France has become the first European country to ban individuals under the age of 15 from using social media platforms. This groundbreaking legislation, enacted to safeguard the health of teenagers, will take effect in September. The ban aims to protect young people from online risks such as cyberbullying, exposure to harmful content, and data privacy concerns. The move reflects growing anxieties about the impact of social media on adolescent mental health and well-being. Authorities will be responsible for enforcing the ban, and platforms will need to verify users' ages. This new law signals a potential shift in how European nations approach digital regulation and youth protection online.