iOS 27.2 is here , and it introduces a new feature for age verification using a selfie. Here are the details.

Apple offers new, privacy-focused way to verify your age in iOS 27.2

An increasing number of territories around the world now require iPhone age verification in certain scenarios, such as when creating an Apple Account, updating your software, downloading apps, or changing select settings.

Per Apple, these requirements may apply to users in Australia, Brazil, Singapore, South Korea, the UK, and also the United States (Texas).

While iOS already offered other methods of age verification, such as using a credit card or scanning your ID, iOS 27.2 adds a new option: taking a selfie.

Per a new support document , Apple says:

In some states, countries, or regions, you might be asked to confirm that you’re an adult before you can take certain actions on your Apple Account. One way to confirm that you’re an adult is to take a selfie.…