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New Age Verification Laws to Protect Children Online

3/6/2026

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  • Julie Inman Grant, the eSafety Commissioner, announced new child safety measures that take effect March 9, requiring porn websites to block users under 18.
  • These measures follow a December ban preventing children under 16 from joining social media.
  • They require age verification and consistent standards across services to limit access to age-inappropriate content, including pornography and violence.