OCR Studio Introduces Biometric Age Check for Browsers

Published Date : 7/31/2025 

OCR Studio has released a new biometric age verification tool designed to help online platforms comply with the UK’s Online Safety Act and the EU’s GDPR. The tool uses advanced ID scanning and facial recognition technology to ensure reliable age verification while maintaining user privacy. 

OCR Studio, a leading provider of identity verification solutions, has introduced a new biometric age verification tool to assist online platforms in meeting their obligations under the UK’s Online Safety Act. This tool is also compliant with the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), ensuring that user data remains secure and private.

The age verification tool from OCR Studio is built on its existing ID scanner technology and is designed with WebAssembly for seamless integration into websites and built-in mini apps. This makes it easy for developers to incorporate the tool into their existing platforms without the need for extensive modifications.

Users of the age verification tool can take a selfie while holding their ID card or driver’s license. The ID scanner software then verifies the user’s age, compares their facial biometrics, and performs a liveness check to detect any spoofing attacks. This comprehensive approach ensures that the age verification process is both accurate and secure. The solution does not require integration with any external apps, making the entire process more user-friendly and efficient.

In April, OCR Studio added biometric presentation attack detection (PAD) to its portfolio, further enhancing the security and reliability of its identity verification solutions. The ID scanner also cross-validates the special security elements, printing techniques, and layouts of identity documents, detecting any signs of tampering. This multi-layered verification process helps to prevent fraud and ensure the integrity of the user’s identity.

The verification workflow runs entirely on the user’s device, eliminating the need to transmit sensitive personal information to external servers or third parties. This approach aligns with OCR Studio’s commitment to user privacy and data security.

OCR Studio will be showcasing its ID scanner and the software’s new browser-based capabilities at GITEX Global, which will take place from October 13 to 17 in Dubai. The scanner can process ID documents from 220 countries and jurisdictions, and supports more than 100 languages, including non-Latin scripts such as Arabic, Hindi, Farsi, and Chinese.

In addition to the ID scanner, demonstrations at GITEX will feature OCR Studio’s recently-released Industrial OCR technology and its face biometric matching with liveness detection. These advanced solutions highlight OCR Studio’s ongoing commitment to innovation and excellence in the field of identity verification.

By providing a robust and user-friendly age verification tool, OCR Studio is helping online platforms meet regulatory requirements while ensuring a secure and seamless user experience. This tool is particularly valuable in industries such as e-commerce, online gaming, and social media, where age verification is a critical component of user safety and compliance. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS): 

Q: What is the new biometric age verification tool from OCR Studio?

A: The new biometric age verification tool from OCR Studio is designed to help online platforms meet their obligations under the UK’s Online Safety Act and the EU’s GDPR. It uses advanced ID scanning and facial recognition technology to verify a user’s age and ensure the integrity of their identity.

Q: How does the age verification tool work?

A: Users take a selfie while holding their ID card or driver’s license. The ID scanner software then verifies the user’s age, compares their facial biometrics, and performs a liveness check to detect any spoofing attacks. The entire process runs on the user’s device to ensure privacy and security.

Q: Is the tool compliant with data protection regulations?

A: Yes, the age verification tool is compliant with the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and helps online platforms meet their obligations under the UK’s Online Safety Act. It ensures that user data remains secure and private.

Q: What other features does the ID scanner offer?

A: The ID scanner cross-validates the special security elements, printing techniques, and layouts of identity documents, detecting any signs of tampering. It also supports ID documents from 220 countries and jurisdictions and more than 100 languages, including non-Latin scripts.

Q: Where can I see a demonstration of the ID scanner?

A: OCR Studio will be showcasing its ID scanner and the software’s new browser-based capabilities at GITEX Global, which will take place from October 13 to 17 in Dubai. Demonstrations will also feature OCR Studio’s recently-released Industrial OCR technology and its face biometric matching with liveness detection. 

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