The new Code of Practice for Online Safety for App Distribution Services, announced by the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) last week, also requires app stores to prevent children under 12 from accessing apps rated for ages 12 and above, such as Instagram and TikTok.
“We recognize that app distribution services are key gateways to accessing apps on our digital devices and are marketplaces for online content including online games,” The Straits Times quoted IMDA as saying.
“With more people including children owning mobile devices… there is an increased risk of exposure to harmful content, including age-inappropriate content for children.”
The code applies to the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, Huawei AppGallery,…
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