Age verification

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Age verification is a feature announced on November 27, 2024 on the official VRChat Youtube channel. It allows users to verify their age using a third-party service known as Persona, enabling access to instances restricted to users aged 18 and older.

Process

Age verification is conducted through Persona, a third-party verification provider compliant with GDPR. Users provide a government-issued ID and use a camera-enabled device, such as a smartphone or computer, to complete the process.

Just about any form of government identification can be used, such as, but not limited to:

• Drivers License
• Identification Card
• Passport
• Passport Card
• Permanent Residence Card
• Immigration Visa
• Work Permit

User's identification and biometrics are processed in accordance to Persona's privacy policy. VRChat does not receive or store personal information from the verification process, except for the user's verified date of birth.

Features

Verified users have the option to display a badge on their profile indicating their age verification status. This badge is not mandatory and can be toggled off at any time. Groups can create 18+ restricted instances, requiring all participants to complete the verification process to join. These restrictions can be applied to public, group-only, or group-plus instances.

Rollout

The feature is currently being deployed in phases, beginning with a trial period for select event organizers. During this phase, only members of selected groups can apply for verification and create age-restricted instances. Future updates will expand access and introduce additional use cases, such as content gating, and other feedback collected during the trial.