Hinshawlaw FTC Policy Statement Supports Age Verification Technologies for Online Privacy
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On February 25, 2026, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) released a policy statement regarding age verification technologies in relation to children's online privacy. The statement clarifies that enforcement actions under the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Rule (COPPA) will not be taken against platforms that collect personal data solely for age verification, provided they implement strict safeguards. This policy affects website and online service providers handling children's data.
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2026-02-25
FTC issued policy statement on age verification technologies
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