Consumer Age Policy

Consumer Age Verification Policy

Effective Date: August 16, 2022

1. Age Verification of Consumers Accessing the Website

FTF.chat implements strict age verification measures to ensure that only individuals who are 18 years or older can access the platform. The age verification policy applies to all users attempting to access the website and services, particularly in jurisdictions where age restrictions for adult content or communication platforms are enforced.

2. Countries and States Where Age Verification is Applicable

The age verification process is applicable worldwide, with special enforcement in jurisdictions with stringent laws regarding online age-restricted content, including but not limited to:

• United States (COPPA, Title 18 Section 2257)
• European Union (GDPR, Digital Services Act)
• United Kingdom (Age-Appropriate Design Code, Online Safety Act)
• Australia (eSafety Commissioner Guidelines)
• Canada (PIPEDA, Child Online Protection Act)
• Other countries with online age verification regulations

3. Age Verification Process

**Registration Age Requirement: **Users must confirm they are 18+ during account creation.

• Suspicion-Based Verification: If FTF.chat has reasonable grounds to suspect a user is underage, additional proof of age will be required.
• Manual ID Verification: Users may be required to submit:
• A photo of a government-issued ID (e.g., passport, driver’s license).
• A selfie with the ID for identity confirmation.
• A utility bill or other proof of residency in applicable jurisdictions.
• Failure to Provide Proof: If a user refuses or fails to provide the required documentation, their account will be permanently banned.

4. Third-Party Services for Age Verification

Currently, FTF.chat does not specify a third-party verification provider, but it reserves the right to integrate age verification services such as:

• AgeChecked
• Veratad
• Yoti
• ID.me
• Jumio

5. Parental Controls & Reporting

Prohibited Use by Minors: The platform prohibits users under 18 years from registering or accessing any services.

Parental Reporting: Parents or guardians suspecting a minor’s access to the platform can request an account removal via [email protected].

Acknowledgment:
By using FTF.chat, users acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agree to comply with this Consumer Age Verification Policy & Procedures.