Singapore is considering stronger measures to protect children online, including an age-based tiered approach to social media access for those aged below 18. This move aligns with the global attempt to address this issue, most notably seen in Australia’s pioneering legislation to ban social media access for those under 16. As the regulator has already acknowledged, a complete ban on children’s access to social media is unlikely to be practical. A social media ban might foster rebellion and isolation without offering a valuable alternative for meaningful social connection. Social media platforms can be powerful tools for young people to access information, learn new knowledge and skills, and engage in creative activities.