Twitch bans people under the age of 15 in Türkiye

Twitch announced a new decision for users under the age of 15. As of November 1, the regulation banning the use of social media by those under the age of 15 will come into force. The platforms are also completing their final preparations. Therefore, the decision directly concerns especially young viewers and broadcasters.

Twitch Under 15 Account Calendar

According to the company's statement, as of October 29, 2026, Turkish citizens under the age of 15 will not be able to open new accounts. However, existing accounts will not be closed immediately. The accounts of users under the age of 15 will be closed in February 2027. Thus, the process proceeds in two stages: first new registrations remain, then old accounts are closed.

Therefore, young users have a few months on their hands. However, the door to opening a new account has already been closed. Therefore, Twitch has stopped registrations for those under 15, and the countdown has begun for existing accounts.

Twitch Subscription and Bit Refund for Users Under 15

Users with subscriptions or Bit savings in their accounts were not forgotten either. Because the subscriptions of these users will be canceled and their money will be refunded. In addition, whatever payment method the Bit packages were purchased with, the refund for the amount of Bits will be made with the same method.

Subscriptions will be canceled and the fee will be refunded.

The cost of bit packs will be refunded to the purchase method.

This step ensures that the money of users whose accounts will be closed is not wasted. On the other hand, the refund also covers expenses made before account closing. Twitch includes everyone who pays for accounts under the age of 15.

Can Accounts Be Opened Back?

There is no permanent loss for users whose accounts are closed. These users will be able to contact customer services when they turn 15 years old. Thus, they will be able to reopen their accounts.

Moreover, they will be able to continue using their existing usernames. This is an important detail for young people who are publishing or accumulating followers. Because the username is one of the most basic elements that make up a publisher's identity.

The schedule is clear: The ban on new accounts started on October 29, 2026, and existing accounts under the age of 15 will be closed in February 2027. At the same time, refunds will be made to users during this process. Twitch users under the age of 15 will be able to regain their accounts through customer service when they turn 15.