Online Age Verification

EU to launch age verification app

In a short joint statement released on 15 April 2026 by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Executive Vice-President for Tech Sovereignty, Security and Democracy Henna Virkkunen, the regional bloc announced the upcoming of its age verification app.

According to the statement, the app will increase protection for minors online.

“Our European age verification app is technically ready and soon available for citizens to use. This app will allow users to prove their age when accessing online platforms.” the statement reads.

Key takeaways from the statement:

  • Users will prove their age on the app using their passport or ID card, but without the need to reveal any other personal information.
  • The app will work on any phone, tablet, or computer.
  • The app is open source, allowing partner countries globally to use it too.

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In a short joint statement released on 15 April 2026 by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Executive Vice-President for Tech Sovereignty, Security and Democracy Henna Virkkunen, the regional bloc announced the upcoming of its age verification app.

According to the statement, the app will increase protection for minors online.

“Our European age verification app is technically ready and soon available for citizens to use. This app will allow users to prove their age when accessing online platforms.” the statement reads.

Key takeaways from the statement:

  • Users will prove their age on the app using their passport or ID card, but without the need to reveal any other personal information.
  • The app will work on any phone, tablet, or computer.
  • The app is open source, allowing partner countries globally to use it too.