The Social Democratic Party (SPD) has proposed a policy paper calling for a ban on social media usage for children under the age of 14. The proposal suggests the mandatory implementation of age verification methods through the 'EUDI-Wallet' app. A central aspect of this proposal is a tiered regulation based on three age groups, where children under 14 would face a complete prohibition on the use of social media platforms. Providers would be legally obligated to technically prevent access to these platforms, and there would be consequences for non-compliance, including immediate orders, meaningful sanctions, and even temporary restrictions or network shutdowns as a last resort.

For youth under 16 years, the SPD proposes a mandatory 'youth version' of social media platforms that would avoid features designed to encourage addiction, such as endless scrolling, autoplaying content, or reward systems for intensive use. This approach aims to protect younger users from potentially harmful experiences on social media while still allowing them access to age-appropriate content. The SPD's initiative reflects growing concerns about the impact of social media on the mental health and well-being of children and teenagers, raising significant debates about privacy, safety, and the role of government in regulating technology usage among young people.