Apple restricts dating apps and AI companions to users 18 and up
Apple is updating its App Store policies to require all online dating apps and AI companions featuring sexual or romantic content to carry an 18+ rating. The new rules, taking effect on November 16, also mandate that developers include content descriptors for features involving real-world location sharing. The changes build on Apple's broader global efforts to enhance child safety and parental controls across its platform. Open article →
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