Age verification is the process of confirming an individual’s age to ensure they meet the legal age requirements for accessing restricted content, products, or services. This is commonly applied in contexts such as purchasing alcohol, tobacco, adult entertainment, and online services that are age-restricted.
Methods of age verification can vary, ranging from simple techniques like checking identification documents (such as a driver’s license or passport) to more sophisticated methods involving digital technology, such as online verification services that may utilize official databases.
The purpose of age verification is to promote compliance with laws designed to protect minors and ensure that consumers are of legal age for certain transactions. It aims to prevent underage individuals from accessing content or products that can be harmful or inappropriate for their age group.
### Innovative Solutions for Online Age Verification In a recent announcement, India’s IT Minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw, shed light on the nation’s advancements in technological solutions aimed at confirming children's ages…