Apple restricts dating apps and AI companions to users 18 and up

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1. Digital Trends·07:04·Yesterday

   Apple is adding new App Store age ratings for dating and location-sharing apps (opens Digital Trends in a new tab)

   Apple is adding new App Store age rating labels for apps with location sharing and dating features, and any app with dating gets an automatic 18+ rating.

2. TechCrunch·15:38·22 hr ago

   Apple restricts dating apps and AI companions to users 18 and up (opens TechCrunch in a new tab)

   Apple's new App Store rules will require 18+ ratings for dating apps and AI companions that offer sexual or romantic content.