French Porn Sites to Block Access in Protest of Age Verification Law

French Porn Sites to Block Access in Protest of Age Verification Law France is set to see major changes in access to online adult content. Starting June 4th, 2025, popular pornographic websites YouPorn, RedTube, and Pornhub will block access to their content within the country. This action is a direct response to a recently enacted law requiring age verification for access to such sites. The law's unique stipulation is that age verification must be done at the device level, rather than solely on the website itself. This makes using VPNs to circumvent the restrictions significantly more difficult. "This is a blatant attack on our freedom," stated a spokesperson for the Aylo group, which owns the three sites. "We believe age verification should be handled in a way that respects user privacy and doesn't create unnecessary barriers to access." The Aylo group is actively protesting the new law, hoping for a change in policy. They are not alone in their concerns; seventeen other major porn sites operating within the EU but outside of France have until June 6th to implement similar age verification measures. This move will likely spark debate about online censorship and the balance between protecting minors and preserving user freedom. The coming weeks will be crucial in observing the impact of this new law and the industry's response.