NJ S3993

Social media platforms with at least 5 million worldwide account holders must obtain parental or guardian consent before allowing New Jersey minors (under 18) to create accounts, verified through government-issued ID and a credit card charge of up to 35 cents.

Platforms must verify the age of all New Jersey account holders—at account creation for new users or within 14 calendar days for existing users—and deny access until verification requirements are met.

Direct messaging between minor account holders and adults is prohibited unless the adult has been mutually "added" (friended/followed) by the minor on the platform.

Platforms are barred from collecting or using personal information from minor accounts beyond what is necessary for legal compliance, including posts, messages, and usage activities.

Violations carry civil penalties of up to $2,500 per instance, enforceable by the Division of Consumer Affairs or through private lawsuits, with successful plaintiffs entitled to attorney fees and the greater of $2,500 or actual damages.