BBC TechnologyOfcom outlines ways social media can verify ages of usersOfcom says photo and digital ID, banking checks or facial age estimation can help prove someone is 16 or over. •October 29, 2026•1 min readShare:[object Object] Ofcom outlines ways social media can verify ages of users Image source, Getty Images ByZoe KleinmanTechnology & AI editor Published1 hour ago Ofcom has set out its recommendations Get Deeper Market IntelligenceAccess regulatory filings, exchange updates, and curated market insights beyond the headlines.Get Market IntelligenceRelated NewsBBC TechnologyDetails of thousands of US immigration agents leaked in major hack•1 min readBBC TechnologyMicrosoft profits soar days after announcing thousands of layoffs•1 min readBBC Technology'An annoying buzz': The search for stealthier drones•1 min readStay Ahead of the MarketsGet breaking news, expert insights, and market analysis delivered directly to your inbox.Subscribe to NewsletterRegister for Market Access