Parents Over Platforms Act

HR 6333, the Parents Over Platforms Act, requires app stores (like the Apple App Store or Google Play) and app developers to implement age verification systems for applications that offer different experiences for minors versus adults. It mandates app stores to ask users for age during signup, provide parents with tools to block age-inappropriate apps, and prevent developers from showing personalized ads to minors. The bill directly affects app stores, developers of "covered applications" (such as games or social media apps targeting children), and parents seeking to control their children’s app access. Key provisions include requiring developers to confirm if their app treats minors differently, obtain parental consent for age-restricted content, and use age signals from app stores to verify user age. The law applies to apps on smartphones, tablets, and gaming consoles but excludes websites and browsers.