Google might be making a serious coverage change on who might be allowed to stream on YouTube, which is able to have an effect on plenty of younger folks. As of July 22, new pointers state that the minimal age required to livestream might be raised to 16.
Presently, YouTube permits teenagers aged 13 and above to stream solo, as can also be the case with Twitch. Nevertheless, the brand new guidelines (through Insider Gaming) will imply that creators will must be 16 years or older to livestream on the platform. Kids between the ages of 13-15 will nonetheless be allowed to look on a livestream however the coverage states that they have to be “visibly accompanied by an grownup” or else their stay chat might be disabled and their account “might quickly lose entry to stay chat or different options.”
These new measures might influence younger creators attempting to construct an internet following with out the intrusion of parental supervision, however it’s additionally an indication that YouTube is prioritising on-line security for youngsters. The coverage can also be solely relating to livestreaming, so there doesn’t at present seem like any new age restriction relating to posting pre-recorded movies.
Earlier this 12 months, Roblox additionally positioned new restrictions on its youngest customers by proscribing youngsters below 13 from accessing unrated experiences or social hangouts, following repeated accusations that the platform was failing to guard youngsters from would-be predators.
