Why do you have to be a certain age to buy a mobile phone?

I was buying a phone yesterday and the man behind the desk almost didn't let me buy it.

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I'm in the UK and you have to be 18 to get pay monthly or sim free contract. I think under 18s can buy a Pay-as-you-go phone, though 🤔

Manfredthemanic · 16-17, M

@Fluffybull The man told me I had to be sixteen to buy a phone, but I was sad so he asked me to call my dad and dad gave me permission.
But I hope the man didn't get into trouble.

Fluffybull · F

@Manfredthemanic If your dad authorised it, it's probably ok.