The European Commission has determined that TikTok did not adequately protect the privacy of minors on its platform by allowing adults to view the accounts of children. The finding, announced Friday, comes as Brussels continues a series of crackdowns on major technology companies including Meta and Apple.
The commission’s investigation revealed TikTok had failed to meet requirements for protecting children's data, specifically regarding account visibility settings. By allowing adult users access to minor’s accounts, the platform violated EU digital rulebook provisions designed to ensure online safety for young people.
TikTok responded by stating it would review the findings and work constructively with regulators. The investigation is part of a broader effort by the EU to regulate large technology companies and enforce data privacy standards.
The Hindu noted this action follows “back-to-back crackdowns on Big Tech by Brussels, which has led the world in regulating tech behemoths.” No right-leaning sources reported on this story. The current status of any potential penalties or required changes to TikTok’s practices remains unsettled.
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