Why is Google Play Services asking for my birthday?

But here's what Google support says: “When you sign up for a Google Account, you may be asked to add your birthday. Knowing your birthday helps us use age-appropriate settings for your account. For example, minors may see a warning when we think they've found a site they may not want to see.”

How do I get Google to stop asking for my birthday?

Why does Google need my birthday to comply with the law 2021?

MyBroadband asked Google about how the birth date is being used, and which law it is complying with by asking for the data. “This prompt is part of an effort to ensure that our users meet the age requirements for their Google Account,” a spokesperson for Google said.

Do I have to give Google my birthdate?

A: I haven't found a legal requirement for Google to ask for your birthday. But here's what Google support says: “When you sign up for a Google Account, you may be asked to add your birthday. Knowing your birthday helps us use age-appropriate settings for your account.

Why does Google need my birthday to comply with the law?

Google (and all e-mail providers) are required to abide by their country's age restrictions for account owners. They must ask for, and in some case verify the age of the account owner. If you don't wish to comply, you'll need to search for an e-mail provider that doesn't do that. Google asked me, too.

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How do I fix my Google Account disabled by age?

What can someone do with my date of birth?

Unfortunately, an ID fraudster can use your birthday as a piece of the puzzle to capture your identity and commit identity theft. Fraudsters need just three key bits of information to steal your identity and access your accounts, take out loans, credit cards, mobile phones in your name.

How do I change my age on Google if I'm 13?

How do you beat age verification?

What happens when you turn 13 on Family Link?

When your child turns 13 (or the applicable age in your country), they have the option to graduate to a normal Google Account. Before a child turns 13, parents will get an email letting them know their child will be eligible to take charge of their account on their birthday, so you can no longer manage their account.

How do you verify your age on Google Play?

Can someone hack you with your birthday?

Your birthday, your address, your mother's maiden name—they're all seemingly simple questions that online users are routinely asked, everywhere from Facebook to Amazon. But with this information, hackers can get into your online accounts and steal your identity, which can result in fraud, stolen money, or worse.

Is it safe to put your birthday online?

Even if your birthday isn't the answer to an actual security question on your account, it's still information that a person can use when they try to obtain access to your account through other means—like calling your service provider and pretending to be you.

What can a scammer do with your name and date of birth?

Identity theft is when someone steals personal information such as your name, date of birth and address. When these details are used to open a bank account, sign up for a credit card, or apply for official documents, identity theft becomes identity fraud.

What is your birthday Google?

Google is celebrating its 21st birthday today with an Doodle showing what a desktop computer looked like more than two decades ago. The company, founded by Larry Page and Sergey Brin in 1998, traditionally marks its birthday on the Google homepage on September 27.

What is the age limit for Google accounts?

If your child over 13 (or the applicable age in your country) wants a Google Account, they can create their own account. Then, you can add supervision to your child's account. To create a Google Account for your child, you're required to give parental consent. One way to provide consent is by using your credit card.

How do I change my Google Account from child to normal?

Why do apps ask birthdays?

Why do they ask for my age? Some apps are designed for older people and adults, this can be due to the content on the app, the data that is stored on the users, or could be due to the aim of the app (for example dating apps).

Why do websites want my birthday?

Services tend to ask for your birthdate to make sure you're at least 13, as opening the service to younger children would subject it to tighter restrictions on showing ads and collecting personal information. But the information can also give hackers another piece of information for identity theft.

Is it safe to give out birthdate?

Avoid giving out information unless you're the one who has made the call. If you have the verified number of your respectable company, it's safe to offer your birth date or similar information to verify that you are who you say you are.

Can my bank account be hacked with my date of birth?

Don't be quick to share sensitive bank details through any means, no matter how genuine it seems. Some hackers get personal information such as your name, date of birth, email and phone number off your social media accounts.

What happens if you don't verify your age on Google?

If you can't or don't provide proof of your age, Google will deactivate your account within 14 days and then delete all account information after 30 days.

Why do I have to send my ID to Google?

Google DOES use ID or CC for proof of age. Although that typically happens during the 30-day grace period when an account has been disabled for being under age. One is given instructions when attempting to sign into the account.

Is verify my age legit?

Your data is safe. All data is encrypted at rest and in transit using a combination of 256-bit encryption and hashing algorithms.

What age does Family Link end?

Family Link can be used until kids are 18, and many reviews appear to come from teenagers over 13. They complain about their parents imposing strict bedtime limits and app limits.