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Enable an age gate to verify visitor age before they can access your website content.

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What is Age Gate?

An age gate:
  • Requires visitors to confirm their age
  • Blocks access until verified
  • Useful for age-restricted content
  • Remembers verified visitors

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When to Use Age Gate

Common use cases:
  • Alcohol/beverage websites
  • Cannabis industry sites
  • Adult content
  • Age-restricted products

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Enabling Age Gate

  1. Open your website in the editor
  2. Click Settings tab
  3. Go to General section
  4. Find Age Gate Widget
  5. Toggle Enable to on

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Configuring Age Gate

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Age Limit

Set the minimum age required:
  • 18 years
  • 21 years
  • Custom age

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Gate Text

Customize the verification message: 
You must be 21 or older to enter this website.

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Button Text

Customize the confirmation button: 
I am 21 or older

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How It Works

  1. Visitor arrives at your website
  2. Age gate popup appears
  3. Visitor confirms their age
  4. If confirmed, they can access the site
  5. Choice is remembered for future visits

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Best Practices

  • Set appropriate age for your content
  • Use clear, direct language
  • Include legal disclaimer if needed
  • Test the gate before going live

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Limitations

Note that age gates:
  • Rely on self-declaration
  • Don’t verify actual age
  • May not satisfy all legal requirements
  • Should be part of broader compliance strategy
Consult legal advice for specific compliance requirements in your industry and jurisdiction.

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