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The Digital Service Act (DSA) explained - What online platforms should do to keep kids and teens safe online

  • BROCHURE
  • Publication 10 October 2025

The new guidelines published under the DSA will help online platforms create a fairer and safer online experience for kids and teens in the EU

Cover page of the booklet, showing a family of 4 smiling using a tablet safely
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You can download in all languages the family-friendly booklet explaining in simple terms the European Commission’s  guidelines on the protection of minors under the DSA. 

To get printed copies, please contact the Safer Internet Centre or Commission Representation or Europe Direct Centre in your country.

This booklet shows how online platforms should keep children and teens safe by putting their rights first, integrating privacy and safety in the design of the platform, checking ages, making settings private, designing safe interfaces, moderating harmful content, making reporting easy, and supporting parents - so young people can enjoy the internet with confidence and support.

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You can check also the previous DSA explained - Measures to protect children and young people online - 2023.

You can download this booklet also on the Publications Office website, where translations in all EU languages will be available soon.