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ICO: Introduction to the Children's code
Documents age-appropriate design expectations for online services likely to be accessed by children, including privacy protection and age-appropriate application.
Pattern Decisions This Source Supports
| Pattern | Supported decision | Required contract | Claim note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age gate | Choose age gate when age or age band controls whether content, features, data collection, contact, commerce, or personalization is available. | The gate appears before restricted content, restricted actions, or child-data collection are exposed. | Supports age-appropriate application, child privacy protection, and online service coverage. |
Evidence Role
This source is treated as platform-guideline evidence. Use it to validate the decision rules above, not as a visual style reference.
Publisher: Information Commissioner's Office. Last checked: .