Policy · 1h ago
Google Play rolls out age verification API globally
Google has started a global rollout of an age verification API in Google Play, allowing developers to check user age ranges. The system relies on parents setting age ranges in Family Link, not on direct ID verification. This move aims to help developers comply with age-based content regulations.
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The API's reliance on parental input rather than independent verification may limit its effectiveness for regulatory compliance.
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