If the technology incorrectly estimates a user to be under 18, they can verify with a credit card or a government ID. YouTube said it will only allow users who have been verified over 18 to view age-restricted content that may be inappropriate for younger users.

YouTube began rolling out an 'age-estimation model' in the U.S. that uses AI to restrict access to users determined to be under 18 years old.

YouTube has introduced an AI tool to estimate users' ages, prompting identity verification via ID or credit card if discrepancies arise. Designed to protect minors from inappropriate content, the system applies teen safety measures when a user is flagged as underage.