NY SAFE for Kids Act
Enacted New York · In force Jan 25, 2027 · next deadline Jan 25, 2027 (in 4 months)
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Summaries for reference, not legal advice. Check the official text.
What it does
Social media platforms may not show algorithmically personalized feeds to users under 18, or send them notifications between midnight and 6 a.m., without parental consent. The AG's final rules set age assurance accuracy standards, certification and parental consent methods.
- Who it applies to
- Addictive online platforms (user-generated content where users spend at least 20 percent of time on addictive feeds) serving New York users.
- Penalties
- Civil penalties up to $5,000 per violation, plus injunctions.
- Enforced by
- New York Attorney General
- Official name
- Stop Addictive Feeds Exploitation (SAFE) for Kids Act
- Citation
- L. 2024, ch. 120; N.Y. Gen. Bus. Law Article 45; 13 NYCRR Part 700
- Topics
- children, online-safety
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Questions about NY SAFE for Kids Act
- What are the NY SAFE for Kids Act compliance deadlines?
- Jun 20, 2024: Signed by Governor. Jul 28, 2026: Final SAFE for Kids rules released. Jul 29, 2026: Rules published in State Register. Jan 25, 2027: Act and rules take effect.
- When does NY SAFE for Kids Act take effect?
- NY SAFE for Kids Act takes effect on Jan 25, 2027. The next milestone is Jan 25, 2027: Act and rules take effect.
- Who does NY SAFE for Kids Act apply to?
- Addictive online platforms (user-generated content where users spend at least 20 percent of time on addictive feeds) serving New York users.
- What are the penalties under NY SAFE for Kids Act?
- Civil penalties up to $5,000 per violation, plus injunctions.