ANPD opens public consultation on "Age Verification Mechanisms" guidance

Original title: ANPD abre Tomada de Subsídios sobre o Guia Orientativo “Mecanismos de Aferição de Idade”

The Brazilian National Data Protection Authority (ANPD) has opened a public consultation (Tomada de Subsídios) for submissions on the guidance document "Mecanismos de Aferição de Idade" (Age Verification Mechanisms) until July 9, 2026. Submissions are accepted through the Brasil Participativo platform. This consultation aims to update the preliminary guidance on age verification methods, which are relevant for organizations implementing age-based access controls in compliance with Brazilian data protection regulations.

What changed

• ANPD initiates public consultation period for the
• mecanismos de aferição de idade
• (Age Verification Mechanisms) guidance document
• Consultation deadline set for July 9, 2026
• Submissions accepted exclusively through the Brasil Participativo online platform

Who is affected

Organizations operating in Brazil that implement age verification mechanisms for data protection compliance, including online platforms, digital services providers, and entities processing personal data of minors. The document does not specify sector limitations.

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