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Italy age verification requirements for adult websites
Updated over 3 weeks ago

In Italy, the "Caivano Decree" introduces mandatory age verification for adult content. This decree requires websites to confirm users are at least 18 years old before granting access to explicit material.

Key requirements:

  • Mandatory age verification: Websites must implement systems to verify that users are 18 or older.

  • Use of SPID system: Verification should be conducted through Italy's national digital identity system, SPID.

  • Biometric methods: Employing biometric facial age estimation to confirm users' ages.

  • Data protection compliance: Ensuring that all verification processes adhere to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

How mymember.site complies with Italy's age verification requirements

We comply with Italy's regulations by using biometric facial age estimation to verify the age of users accessing adult sites on our network. This method is fully compliant with GDPR and ensures that the verification process is secure, reliable, and user-friendly.

Benefits of our biometric facial age estimation:

  • Ease of use: Our age estimation feature analyzes a user's face via webcam or smartphone camera to estimate age quickly and accurately.

  • Data minimization: No facial images or personal data are stored after verification, ensuring complete privacy.

  • Automatic GDPR compliance: The process adheres to data protection laws to safeguard user information.

  • Speed: Users can complete the verification in seconds without needing to upload sensitive documents.

More information

If you have questions, contact our support team via the Live Chat or email support@mymember.site. For more information on Italy's age verification requirements, visit AGCOM's website.

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