smh.com.au
Oct 7, 2026
Pornhub returns for Australians, but only if Apple says you’re over 18
AI-summarised brief · reviewed before publication
Pornhub has restored explicit content for Australian iPhone and iPad users who have verified their age through Apple’s device‑level system, after a seven‑month pause during which the site offered a stripped‑down, non‑pornographic version. The change follows the eSafety Commissioner’s Age‑Restricted Material Codes, which require high‑risk services to confirm users are over 18 before displaying pornographic material, with penalties up to $49.5 million for violations. The Canadian parent company Aylo cited Apple’s updated age‑verification process as a robust safeguard, noting it protects children without burdening adults. Android and desktop users remain unaffected.
💡 Why It Matters
- · The move signals a shift toward device‑controlled age verification, potentially setting a new standard for how adult‑content platforms comply with national regulations.
- · It also underscores the growing influence of operating‑system policies on content accessibility.
