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Pornhub returns to Australia but only for adults with Apple devices

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Briefings

A major pornographic website shut down in Australia in March 2026 following new age verification laws. The site, previously the most popular porn platform globally, was inaccessible to Australian users until October 2026 when it was reactivated specifically for adults using Apple devices. This regulatory shift highlights the intersection of content platforms and strict age-gating policies in the region.

Key points

• The site shut down in March 2026 due to age verification laws.
• It was reactivated in October 2026 for adults using Apple devices only.

Context

Australia implemented strict age verification laws in March 2026, causing the site to go dark. The site was previously the world's most popular porn site globally. It was reactivated in October 2026 specifically for adults using Apple devices.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to a single sentence stating the site went dark in March 2026. No specific dates for reactivation, user numbers, or geographic scope of the reactivation are provided in the source.

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