Bypassing Online Age Checks

Users, including minors, are finding ways to circumvent online age verification systems using methods like fake IDs and physical alterations to their appearance.

April 2026

Apr 1, 2026

Internet Matters releases report on online safety act

Internet Matters published a report titled 'Internet Matters Online Safety Act Report' on April 1, 2026. This report was distributed as a PDF document.

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Apr 1, 2026

Internet Matters released Online Safety Act Report.

Internet Matters published a report titled 'Internet Matters Online Safety Act Report-May 2026'. This report addresses online safety concerns and is available as a PDF document.

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May 2026

May 4, 2026

Report details Online Safety Act requirements.

A report titled 'Internet Matters Online Safety Act Report' was published, available as a PDF on the Internet Matters website. This report details requirements concerning online safety legislation.

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May 4, 2026

Internet Matters reports on Online Safety Act

Internet Matters published a report titled Internet Matters Online Safety Act Report May 2026. The report addresses concerns surrounding online age checks and safety legislation.

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May 5, 2026

Discussion notes bypassing age checks using various methods

Users discussed methods for circumventing online age verification. These methods included using fake birthdays and borrowing IDs.

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May 5, 2026

Teenagers bypass age verification using various methods

Users are reported to be bypassing age verification systems. Methods mentioned include using fake mustaches, VPNs, and accessing parent accounts.

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