Kids Off Social Media Act

Protection of Children Under 13: Social media platforms are prohibited from allowing individuals under 13 to maintain accounts, which includes a requirement to delete their personal data (Section 103).

Limiting Algorithmic Influence on Teens: Platforms cannot use personalized recommendation systems—which use personal data to suggest content—on users between the ages of 13 and 17 (Section 104).

Enhanced School Safety and Focus: Schools are required to implement technology protection measures to block access to social media on school-supported services, devices, and networks (Section 202.A.2.B.i.I).

Increased Transparency for Schools: The Commission is required to establish a public database containing the internet safety policies submitted by schools (Section 203.1.A.i.G).

Data Deletion Requirements: When an account is terminated because a user is a child, the platform must immediately delete all personal data, though users can request a copy of that data within 90 days (Section 103.c).

Restrictions on Content Delivery: While the bill allows for chronological feeds, it prevents the use of personalized systems to promote or rank content for teens, which may affect how they discover new content (Section 104.a).

Financial Burden and Risks for Schools: Schools that fail to comply with the new certification and technology requirements may become ineligible for certain services or be required to reimburse funds (Section 202.A.2.C.ii).

Increased Monitoring for Students: Schools must monitor online activities on their services and networks to ensure students are not accessing social media platforms (Section 202.A.2.B.i.I.aa).