ComplianceGuidance29 Apr 2026EU

The Commission recommends an EU-wide framework for age verification

78days

Until December 31, 2026

Member States urged to have age verification available

CriticalSevere and certain

A non-binding recommendation on a common framework, urging Member States to have age verification available by the end of 2026. The Commission is also building a device-based solution, and the Digital Identity Wallet is expected in the same window.

Build: Decide now whether you integrate the EU solution or run your own, because the date is set and the wallet arrives with it.

Who it reaches

It reaches user-to-user, marketplace, search and 5 other service types with users in the EU, at any size. Platforms accessible to minors.

Lands on Product, Engineering and Legal & Regulatory.

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