🔐 Navigating New Age Verification Laws Online: What You Need to Know and How Memphis PC Guy Can Help
Published by: Memphis PC Guy | Location: Memphis, TN
📜 The Changing Legal Landscape: Tennessee’s New Age Laws
As of January 1, 2025, Tennessee has introduced new legislation requiring websites to verify the age of users. The Protecting Children from Social Media Act mandates platforms like YouTube, TikTok, and Facebook to:
- Verify user age during account creation
- Require parental consent for minors
- Enable parental controls such as time limits and privacy settings
Additionally, the Protect Tennessee Minors Act targets adult content sites, requiring age verification via government ID or transactional data. Although currently blocked by a federal judge, it signals a nationwide trend toward stricter online protections.
🤖 AI-Powered Age Estimation: How Platforms Like YouTube Are Responding
To comply with these laws, platforms are using AI and machine learning to estimate user age based on:
- Viewing and search behavior
- Account history and activity
If AI suspects a user is under 18, it may:
- Disable personalized ads
- Enable wellbeing tools like “take a break” reminders
- Restrict access to age-sensitive content
Users can appeal or verify their age using a government-issued ID, selfie, or credit card.
🧠 What This Means for You—and Your Family or Business
These changes impact everyone—from parents protecting their kids to small businesses managing accounts. Navigating these systems can be confusing, but Memphis PC Guy is here to help.
🛠️ How Memphis PC Guy Can Help
Whether you’re a parent, business owner, or privacy-conscious user, we offer:
- One-on-one guidance for parental controls and age verification
- Help with YouTube and Google settings to ensure proper age classification
- VPN setup and education to protect privacy and bypass restrictions
💡 What Is a VPN?
A VPN (Virtual Private Network) encrypts your internet connection and routes it through a secure server, masking your location and identity. Here’s why it matters:
| Benefit | Description |
|---|---|
| 🔒 Privacy | Keeps your browsing activity hidden from ISPs and websites |
| 🌍 Access | Bypasses geo-restrictions and censorship |
| 🛡️ Security | Protects your data on public Wi-Fi and unsecured networks |
📞 Ready to Get Started?
Memphis PC Guy offers onsite and remote support for just $50/hr. No upfront fees. Easy online booking.
Whether you need help with VPN setup, parental controls, or understanding AI-driven age verification, we’ve got you covered.
👉 Visit Memphis PC Guy or call (901) 213-8088 to book your appointment today.