Important Update: New Social Media Law from 10 December 

From 10 December 2025, Australian law will require major social media platforms - including YouTube (except YouTube Kids) - to block accounts for anyone under 16.

What does this mean for Faith families?

1. Students will no longer be able to use regular YouTube while logged into their school account and using Google Chrome.

2. They can still view public YouTube videos if logged out of their school account or by using a different browser like Microsoft Edge.

3. On Chromebooks, this is harder because the device login is tied to the Google account. While Guest Mode can work, it’s not ideal for everyday use. Families may need a different device to access YouTube video links in workbooks.

This change is designed to protect young people online. For more details and tips on preparing, visit eSafety.gov.au.

Check out these resources from the eSafety Commissioner: 

• The eSafety Social Media Age Restrictions Hub has resources from the eSafety Commissioner
• Sign up for eSafety Commissioner newsletters to get updates regarding changes and new laws