Google Introduces New Age Verification System
Google has announced the implementation of a new age verification system that is now active not only on YouTube but also in Google Search. This news comes from TechIssuesToday.
Users in the United States have reported pop-up notifications indicating that some settings have been altered due to the inability to verify their age. This reflects new changes in Google’s user policy.
Previously, age restrictions were primarily applied to video content on YouTube, but now they may affect a broader range of actions, including image searches and access to specific websites. Google has confirmed the expansion of its AI-driven age verification system to services beyond YouTube.
This new development has raised concerns regarding user privacy. Some individuals are considering alternatives like DuckDuckGo or Bing to avoid the need for account login and providing personal data for age confirmation.
Currently, instances of such notifications appearing in Google Search are infrequent, aligning with the company's statement about testing the new technology on a limited user group. However, users fear that this could become a new standard, altering the experience of anonymous searching online.
A similar system on YouTube has already sparked criticism and calls for a boycott. The new restrictions may represent another step in reevaluating the balance between user convenience and privacy.
