09/12/2025
You're obviously familiar with the new legislation banning Social Media platforms for under 16's, but did you know that TODAY is the day it all comes to a head?
Whether you're someone who is so outraged that you're joining the movement to challenge the law in the high court, or on the other side of the spectrum where you're more accepting of its inevitability (albeit reluctantly), the day has arrived where it all goes down. Literally.
So before your social media accounts are shut down, kids under 16 should download all their photos, videos, and other content, including their friend lists and messages, in order to save their digital memories.
They can be saved to a computer, external drive, or a cloud service, as some platforms may permanently delete accounts and data instead of just deactivating them.
If you need help navigating the new law in terms of what's changing and why it matters, we have a guide for parents that's sure to provide some answers , including hurdles to watch out for, practical tips on what you can do, and also what can happen if you don't.
As the digital landscape evolves, the laws evolve and your children evolve, and this new law offers a moment to pause, reflect and reset together as a family.
Find the blog here.
https://www.onecentralhealth.com.au/blog/helping-your-family-navigate-the-new-social-media-law-in-australia-for-parents/
