Facebook looks at technology that would allow under-13s to use website Research published last year indicated 7.5 million people under the age of 13 use Facebook, with more than five million of those under the age of 10. In a statement Facebook said: "Many recent reports have highlighted just how difficult it is to enforce age restrictions on the internet, especially when parents want their children to access online content and services. We are in continuous dialogue with stakeholders, regulators and other policy-makers about how best to help parents keep their kids safe in an evolving online environment.