Google will likely be making a serious coverage change on who will likely be allowed to stream on YouTube, which can have an effect on a number of younger folks. As of July 22, new tips state that the minimal age required to livestream will likely be raised to 16.
Presently, YouTube permits teenagers aged 13 and above to stream solo, as can be the case with Twitch. Nonetheless, the brand new guidelines (through Insider Gaming) will imply that creators will have to be 16 years or older to livestream on the platform. Youngsters between the ages of 13-15 will nonetheless be allowed to look on a livestream however the coverage states that they should be “visibly accompanied by an grownup” or else their stay chat will likely be disabled and their account “could briefly lose entry to stay chat or different options.”
These new measures could influence younger creators attempting to construct a web based 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 be solely concerning livestreaming, so there doesn’t at present seem like any new age restriction in the case of posting pre-recorded movies.
Earlier this 12 months, Roblox additionally positioned new restrictions on its youngest customers by limiting youngsters beneath 13 from accessing unrated experiences or social hangouts, following repeated accusations that the platform was failing to guard kids from would-be predators.