Australians could be given the option to switch off social media algorithms under planned legislation, according to a minister. The proposal would require firms including Meta, Google and TikTok to provide users with that choice.
The minister said companies that fail to offer the option should face “substantial” penalties. The proposed measure would therefore combine a user choice with possible financial consequences for platforms that do not comply.
The information available does not specify when the legislation will be introduced, how the opt-out would work or the size of the penalties. It also does not identify the minister responsible for the proposal.
At this stage, the plan remains a proposed legislative measure. Further details about its scope, enforcement and timing have not been provided.
