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flag Snapchat mandates age checks for under-16 Australians ahead of a Dec. 10 ban on minors using major social media.

flag Snapchat is requiring age verification for Australian users under 16 ahead of a December 10 law banning minors from major social media platforms. flag Users can verify age via bank account links, government ID, or facial recognition through third parties, with no sensitive data stored. flag Accounts will be locked but preserved for three years. flag The company, which disputes the law’s application, says it will comply to avoid fines up to A$49.5 million. flag The rule affects platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, with Meta already beginning account deactivations. flag Experts question enforcement, and similar laws are being considered in New Zealand and the Netherlands.

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