https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/age-checking-methods-for-under-16s-social-media-ban-set-outContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/age-checking-methods-for-under-16s-social-media-ban-set-outhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/age-checking-methods-for-under-16s-social-media-ban-set-out#u172422Tue, 03 Nov 2026 14:03:58 +0000Regulator Ofcom has outlined four specific verification methods to enforce a planned ban preventing under-16s from accessing major social media platforms. Adults and teenagers over 16 across the UK may need to present photo ID, digital ID, complete banking checks, or utilize facial age estimation to prove their age. The restrictions target the ten largest platforms, including TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat. However, warnings have been raised that tech-savvy children could potentially bypass these security measures. The ban is scheduled to come into force in March 2027.Why it mattersThe upcomi