United Kingdom: Information Commissioner's Office issued letters requesting social media and video-sharing platforms to strengthen age assurance to prevent young children from accessing unsuitable services
Description
Information Commissioner's Office issued letters requesting social media and video-sharing platforms to strengthen age assurance to prevent young children from accessing unsuitable services
On 12 March 2026, the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) published an open letter to social media and video-sharing platforms in the UK regarding age assurance measures for minors. The letter encourages platforms to review and enhance their age…
Scope
Policy Area
Consumer protection
Policy Instrument
Age verification requirement
Regulated Economic Activity
platform intermediary: user-generated content
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
data protection authority