# Digital safety and well-being of minors in Brazil > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/digital-safety-and-well-being-of-minors-in-brazil > Updated: 2026-08-31T17:30:54.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2. In Brazil, research and legislative efforts are increasingly focusing on the digital well-being and safety of children and adolescents. Initial studies conducted by Agência Koga for Instituto Alana indicate that while many adolescents find happiness online, a significant portion report dependency on mobile devices and interference with their studies. There is a noted lack of age-appropriate digital spaces, with internet access among children aged 6 to 8 rising from 41% in 2015 to 82% in 2024. Subsequent reports highlight specific health and safety risks, including the correlation between mobile devices in bedrooms and reduced sleep duration. Concerns regarding technology-facilitated sexual exploitation have also emerged, with data suggesting approximately one in five minors aged 12 to 17 in Brazil has been a victim. In response, legislative action is being pursued, such as bill PL 8.086/26 in the Rio de Janeiro State Legislative Assembly. This bill proposes a state program to train families in using security features, including search filters and usage limits, to protect minors from inappropriate content and cybercrimes. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-31: Brazil addresses digital safety and sleep risks for minors Brazil is addressing digital risks for minors through legislative proposals for family safety training and research highlighting how device proximity in bedrooms negatively impacts children's sleep and well-be- 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazil-addresses-digital-safety-and-sleep-risks-for-minors ### 2026-08-14: Adolescents express need for safer internet environments Research and analysis show Brazilian adolescents are increasingly aware of internet risks and dependency, highlighting a critical lack of safe, age-appropriate digital spaces for younger generations. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/adolescents-express-need-for-safer-internet-environments --- Cite as: Digital safety and well-being of minors in Brazil. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/digital-safety-and-well-being-of-minors-in-brazil