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Is YouTube banned in Australia?

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YouTube is not banned for all users in Australia, but it is banned for individuals under 16 as part of a broader social media restriction. YouTube Kids remains accessible for all ages.

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YouTube to be included in teen social media ban

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  • Australia adds YouTube to its social media ban for users under 16. 26s
  • The ban follows recommendations from the eSafety Commissioner. 36s
  • YouTube and parent company Google have opposed the move, threatening legal action. 57s
  • Children under 16 will not be able to hold accounts or access restricted content, but YouTube Kids remains available. 1m 32s
  • The ban is scheduled to come into effect on December 10. 1m 49s
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YouTube to be included in teen social media ban
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YouTube to be included in teen social media ban

YouTube is banned alongside Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, and X for users under 16 in Australia.

YouTube to be included in teen social media ban
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10 News First
21 hours ago
YouTube to be included in teen social media ban

YouTube Kids will remain usable to all, but children under 16 cannot hold their own accounts or access restricted content.

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