How fast is Age Verification growing?

Age verification is a technical process used to confirm that a user meets the minimum age requirements before accessing restricted digital content, products, or services (such as social media, e-commerce for age-gated goods, or gaming). Unlike simple self-declaration "honor systems," modern age verification utilizes secure methods like government ID uploads, AI-powered facial age estimation, or biometric checks. It is currently a major global trend driven by strict new regulations (e.g., the UK’s Online Safety Act and various EU/US mandates) aimed at protecting minors from online harms while preserving data privacy for adults.