This debate examines how societies should define appropriate access to social media for young people and what age-based restrictions would represent in a digital era where online platforms shape communication, identity, and social life. Social media was initially created as an open space for connection and self-expression, but over time it has evolved into a complex ecosystem driven by algorithms, attention economics, and constant engagement. As these platforms became embedded in daily life, concerns about their influence on developing minds emerged alongside their widespread adoption. Historically, new communication technologies such as television, video games, and the internet itself have triggered similar debates about exposure, maturity, and long-term effects on children. What differentiates social media is its interactive and persistent nature: it follows users throughout the day, blends private and public life, and transforms social validation into measurable signals such as likes, shares, and follower counts. For adolescents, a stage marked by emotional development and identity formation, this raises questions about boundaries, responsibility, and readiness.