Sweden’s Public Health Agency (Folkhälsomyndigheten) is recommending that children wait until age 13 to get their first smartphone. The agency cites potential negative impacts on children’s development, sleep, and mental well-being as the basis for the guidance. They emphasize that early smartphone use can contribute to increased risks of anxiety, depression, and sleep disturbances. The recommendation is not legally binding but aims to provide parents and guardians with informed advice. Officials suggest alternative forms of communication and entertainment for younger children. This guidance follows a review of current research on the effects of digital technology on young people. The agency hopes the recommendation will encourage a more cautious approach to introducing smartphones to children.