Jokes aside, here at FITTING-ROOM we deeply care about the protection of minors and we are fully aware of the crucial importance of controlling access to adult content. For this reason, we believe that complying with local regulations is not only mandatory, but also a sign of ethical responsibility toward our users.
We are working hard to implement an age verification system that is at the same time simple, robust, privacy-friendly, and reliable. Our goal is to ensure that, in the future, those who are legally entitled to access (i.e., adults) will be able to do so without unnecessary barriers, while minors will be prevented from accessing inappropriate content.
Until this system is fully operational, however, we have decided to temporarily block access to the site for users located in jurisdictions where local laws impose specific restrictions on adult content access. This was not a decision taken lightly, but we believe it is better to act prudently and respectfully toward existing laws.
Notice on VPNs and circumvention tools
Please note that FITTING-ROOM is not responsible for any access obtained through the use of VPNs, proxies, tunnels, or other circumvention tools that bypass local restrictions. Any such use is entirely at your own risk and subject to the laws of the jurisdiction in which you reside.
Why are we doing this?
- Many countries have passed laws requiring age verification for users accessing sexually explicit content, in order to prevent minors from viewing it.
- For example, in the United States the Supreme Court has recently upheld a Texas law that compels adult websites to verify users’ age before granting access (AP News).
- Hundreds of adult websites have chosen to block access in some U.S. states rather than comply with these laws, as the penalties for non-compliance can be severe (New York Post).
- In Europe, under the Digital Services Act (DSA), centralized solutions are being tested for age verification, including national apps or digital identity frameworks (The Verge).
- However, there are also significant concerns: critics highlight privacy risks (e.g., sensitive data retention), possible errors in biometric or AI-based age checks, and broader questions regarding free speech (TechRadar).
- Equally important, blocking minors from official sites could drive them toward unregulated services or unsafe parts of the internet.
What you can expect from FITTING-ROOM
- We are designing a verification process that respects your privacy and minimizes data collection.
- We will not require unnecessary copies of your personal documents: the system will be built to confirm age without abusing sensitive data.
- You will receive clear and simple instructions once the procedure is active.
- Until then, we prefer to suspend access rather than implement rushed or non-compliant solutions.
Thank you for your understanding and patience. If you have any questions, you can reach us by email at support@fitting-room.com (if permitted in your country).