Recently, the U.S. has seen a rise in state-level legislation mandating age verification on platforms hosting adult content - including Fansly. The following states have already passed legislation regarding age verification:
Arkansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Montana, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Florida
Multiple other states have signed laws that come into effect in the near future, including:
Alabama, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Nebraska
If you are from one of the above states, you'll be prompted to verify your age. You can complete the verification on your Privacy & Safety page. Age verification is completed by our industry-leading KYC partner, Ondato.
How you can help
1. Raise Awareness: Utilize social media to educate and inform others about the implications of these regulations. A well-informed community can foster change through understanding.
2. Engage with Lawmakers: Contact local representatives to voice concerns and suggest improvements, such as advocating for device-based age verification solutions, which could enhance both privacy and security.
3. Stay Informed: Keep abreast of legislative changes and community discussions. Staying informed enables you to participate meaningfully in advocacy and support initiatives that safeguard both privacy and access to content. The best place to do that is via the Freedom Speech Coalition's Action Center.