Romania reports high rates of distressing online experiences for children

According to the EU Kids Online 2026 study, 36% of children in Romania aged 10 to 16 report experiencing something online that upsets or bothers them at least once a month. This figure is higher than the European average of 23%, trailing only Poland, which reported 37%.

In Romania, the highest frequency of distressing online experiences is reported among 10-year-olds, at 40%. Additionally, only 36% of Romanian children feel safe online, compared to a 48% average across participating European countries. Regarding support systems, 39% of Romanian children who encounter unpleasant online experiences speak to a peer, while 36% speak to a parent or caregiver. Notably, 22% of boys in Romania report speaking to no one after such an experience, compared to 11% of girls.