Australia Adds Twitch to Teen Ban

Australia Adds Twitch to Teen Ban

Australia adds Twitch to teen social media ban: What’s happening? Australia adds Twitch to teen social media ban amid tightening rules for under-16 users, raising questions about which platforms qualify as age-restricted and why Pinterest is exempt. Parents, teens, and creators are searching for clarity as the December 10 enforcement date approaches. This update highlights what changes, why Twitch was included, and what the new restrictions mean for families in Australia. Image Credits:LIONEL BONAVENTURE/AFP / Getty Images Why Australia Adds Twitch to Teen Social Media Ban Australia’s eSafety regulator officially confirmed that Twitch falls under “age-restricted social media” because livestreaming encourages direct interaction, chat engagement, and real-time communication. Starting December 10, Twitch will block new accounts for Australians under 16, while existing underage accounts will be deactivated in January. These changes align with Australia’s Social Media Minimum Age (SMMA) rules …