Support for a range of social media policies aimed at minors has increased since 2023
% of U.S. adults who say they would support social media companies …
Note: Those who say they oppose, are not sure or did not answer are not shown.
Source: Survey of U.S. adults conducted May 26-June 1, 2026.
PEW RESEARCH CENTER
Support for a range of social media policies aimed at minors has increased since 2023
% of U.S. adults who say they would support social media companies …
| Policies | 2023 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Requiring parental consent for minors to create a social media account | 81% | 85% |
| Requiring people to verify their age before using social media sites | 71% | 78% |
| Setting limits on how much time minors can spend on social media | 69% | 78% |
Note: Those who say they oppose, are not sure or did not answer are not shown.
Source: Survey of U.S. adults conducted May 26-June 1, 2026.
PEW RESEARCH CENTER
