# UK bans social media for under-16s: Here's when it starts and which apps are affected

> What you need to know The UK plans to ban social media access for under-16s, with the rules expected to take effect in 2027.

- **Source:** [Androidcentral](https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/uk-bans-social-media-for-under-16?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a3128b963a0fcbb0f772c09)
- **Published:** 2026-06-16
- **Category:** Phones
- **Tags:** #gaming #affected #media #social #under #apps #bans #platforms
- **Canonical:** http://localhost:4321/a/6a3128b963a0fcbb0f772c09

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