# The KIDS Act will make the internet less safe

- Type: News
- Source: European Digital Rights
- Date: 2026-09-30
- Original: https://edri.org/our-work/the-kids-act-will-make-the-internet-less-safe/
- Canonical: https://overview.legal/posts/449815
- Topics: Minors

## Summary

On 16 September, the European Commission presented the KIDS ACT, its plan for making online experiences safer for young people. Far from being a move to lead the EU towards better digital environments, this move is a missed opportunity to address the root cause of why online platforms are harmful to children – and everyone else. This blog analyse the proposal’s shortcomings.

## Full text

On 16 September, the European Commission presented the KIDS ACT, its plan for making online experiences safer for young people. Far from being a move to lead the EU towards better digital environments, this move is a missed opportunity to address the root cause of why online platforms are harmful to children – and everyone else. This blog analyse the proposal’s shortcomings.

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