One-Fifth of Australian Teens Continue Using TikTok and Snapchat After Social Media Ban

Two months after Australia implemented a ban requiring social media platforms to block users under 16, industry data shows about one-fifth of Australian teens aged 13-15 still use apps like TikTok and Snapchat. Usage declined since the ban's start in December 2024, but questions remain about the effectiveness of age-gating methods. The eSafety Commissioner is monitoring compliance and engaging with platforms, while the government and universities continue to study the ban's impact.