A closer look at “Apple Tightens App Store Age Ratings for Dating Apps and Location-Sharing Features”, exactly as the source publishes it. Apple is rolling out new App Store age rating requirements that will force developers to disclose more about dating and location-sharing features. Starting soon, developers must declare if their apps allow users to share real-world location with others or include dating functionality, which will aut Starting soon, developers must declare if their apps allow users to share real-world location with others or include dating functionality, which will automatically bump the age rating to 18+ in many regions.
The change, announced on Monday, aims to give parents and users clearer signals about apps that facilitate real-world meetings or romance. Dating apps like Tinder and Bumble, as well as AI companion chatbots with romantic themes, will be most affected. This listing links straight to the original page, where the content is available in full.