Apple says Texas App Store age assurance rules start tomorrow after court ruling
Apple will implement new age assurance requirements for app developers in Texas starting June 4, 2026. This follows a court ruling that allows the enforcement of Texas law SB 2420, which mandates age verification and parental consent for users under 18. Developers are advised to review the necessary documentation and tools to comply with these new regulations.
- ▪Texas law SB 2420 requires app marketplaces to verify users' ages and obtain parental consent for minors under 18.
- ▪Apple had previously lobbied against the law, but a recent court ruling has allowed its enforcement.
- ▪Developers must implement age assurance measures for new Apple Accounts in Texas starting June 4, 2026.
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