European Commission Reviews Child Security On Snapchat, YouTube, And App Store

EU Technology Commissioner, Henna Vikkunen. (photo: x @HennaVirkkunen)

JAKARTA The European Commission is reviewing measures to protect children on the European Union's Snapchat, YouTube, Apple App Store, and Google Play platforms under the provisions of the European Union's Digital Services Act (DSA), according to an official statement on Friday, October 10.

During the review process, the European Commission asked these companies to provide information about the age verification system they implement, as well as how they prevent minors from accessing illegal products such as drugs and e-cigarettes (vapes), as well as harmful content such as material that promotes eating disorders.

"We, together with national authorities in member countries, are assessing whether the steps that have been taken so far really protect children," said EU Technology Commissioner Henna Vikkunen.

In response to this, Google stated that it has implemented various steps to ensure age-appropriate experiences on its platform and has a strong monitoring system for parents.

"We continue to expand this effort and remain in touch with the Commission on this important issue," a Google spokesperson said.

DSA is an important European Union law that requires online companies to be more responsible for dealing with illegal and harmful content on their platforms.

The Commission's move marks the European Union's ongoing efforts to ensure stronger protection for children in the digital world, especially amid growing use of social media and applications by young users.