According to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, users will need to verify their identity through official documents such as ID cards or bank details. The app will either grant or deny access to age-restricted websites based on the user’s age. Currently, age restrictions exist but are not effectively enforced, as users only provide a birth date during registration. The new app aims to make compliance mandatory for social media companies, potentially mitigating calls for outright bans on children’s access to these platforms.