Across the internet, the question of proving age is no longer optional, it’s becoming a requirement. Governments are tightening rules to keep children away from harmful content, and platforms are under pressure to comply.
From social media apps and online games to streaming services and even search engines, users are now being asked to show they are over 18 before they can continue.
Whether in the UK, US, EU, or Australia, more and more websites now demand proof that users are over 18.
In Britain, the Online Safety Act introduced strict rules from July 25, 2025.
People must now verify their age by scanning their face, uploading an official ID, or using a credit card. The aim is to keep children away from harmful content, but experts warn these steps could create serious risks by collecting and storing large amounts of sensitive information.
A Possible Fix
To reduce these risks, governments and companies are exploring digital ID wallets. These apps could confirm a user’s age without exposing full identity details.
Evin McMullen, Co-Founder of Privado ID, argues that current UK rules are flawed. She warns they build “a centralised honey pot of data” that hackers could exploit. Instead, she believes age checks should be quick, safe, and forgetful.”
This article has been indexed from CySecurity News – Latest Information Security and Hacking Incidents
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