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Ecuador age-verification & online ID laws

Proposed Under-15 social-media ban proposal (2026)

A February 2026 proposal in Ecuador's National Assembly would ban social media for under-15s and fine non-compliant platforms up to 5% of local annual revenue.

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Proposed
Bill / statute
Under-15 social-media ban proposal (2026)
Status
Proposed bill (not yet law)

A February 2026 proposal in Ecuador's National Assembly would ban social media for under-15s and fine non-compliant platforms up to 5% of local annual revenue.

Timeline
  • Jan 1, 2026Proposed
  • Mar 1, 2026Assembly member introduces under-15 social-media bill

Source: en.wikipedia.org

Frequently asked questions

Does Ecuador require age checks or ID to use social media?

Not yet -- a bill is pending. Under-15 social-media ban proposal (2026) is proposed. A February 2026 proposal in Ecuador's National Assembly would ban social media for under-15s and fine non-compliant platforms up to 5% of local annual revenue.

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