Bluesky is introducing age verification for users in the UK as part of compliance with the Online Safety Act. Users can verify their age by scanning their face, uploading identification, or entering a payment card. The platform, using Kid Web Services for verification, will limit features for those under 18 or who choose not to verify their age. This includes blocking adult content and disabling direct messaging. Non-compliance with the act, effective July 25th, can lead to substantial fines for platforms.
Bluesky is implementing age verification in the UK to comply with the Online Safety Act by using Kid Web Services tools for age assurance.
The platform will allow users to verify their age by scanning their face, uploading an ID, or entering a payment card.
Users under 18 or unwilling to verify their age will have limited account features, including restricted access to adult content and messaging.
Non-compliance with the Online Safety Act can result in fines up to £18 million or 10 percent of worldwide revenue.
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