Apple Is Putting an Age Limit on Falling in Love With AI

November 3, 2026

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(CNET) – Dating and AI companion apps have new age gate restrictions, while apps that share your location will have to disclose it.

Falling in love with artificial intelligence raises a lot of questions about loneliness, human connection and what the heck we’re doing as a species. Apple has a more immediate concern: Are you at least 18?

The company is tightening its App Store rules, requiring dating apps and AI companions that offer romantic or sexual interactions to carry an 18-and-over age rating. The change applies whether you’re looking for love with another human being or flirting with a chatbot that never leaves you on read. (Read More)