Australia's social media ban for users under 16 came into effect, with platforms like Snapchat, TikTok, Instagram and YouTube beginning to restrict access for underage users. Students across Australia experienced mixed results, with some receiving warning messages weeks in advance while others were suddenly locked out without notice. Many teenagers are already finding ways around the restrictions using alternative accounts, parental accounts, or accessing platforms without logging in, while others express frustration about losing contact with friends who don't have phone numbers.

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'Can't message my friends anymore.': Australia's youth react to social media ban

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