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Is social media for kids banned in Azerbaijan?

Partly. Social media for kids is restricted in Azerbaijan. Under-16 account ban signed in Aug 2026; it only starts in 2027.

Parliament passed the law 30 Jun 2026 (Meduza); President approved it 5 Aug 2026 (Trend): no accounts for under-16s, guardian consent 16-18, age checks; takes effect 12 months after official publication (2027).

Source: Azerbaijan law, Aug 2026

• Azerbaijan is one of 4 countries where social media for kids is banned, and 7 more restrict it.
• Its neighbours: banned in 1 of 5 (Türkiye).
• In Asia: banned in 3 of 46 countries.

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