Upcoming Changes to Adult Content Visibility in Australia
Effective from 27 December 2025
The Australian Government will introduce new online safety regulations that affect how search engines such as Google and Bing display adult content in Australia.
These changes may impact how users discover adult websites — including Book Like King — through standard search results.
What’s changing?
Under the new regulations, search engines will be required to use age-assurance technology to determine whether a user is over 18.
As a result:
- Adult content that is not verified as suitable for adults may be restricted or hidden
- Users who are not logged into an age-verified account may no longer see adult websites in search results
- This applies to all adult platforms operating in or accessible from Australia
This does not mean adult websites are banned — only that access via search engines may require age verification.
What does this mean for Book Like King users?
If you currently find Book Like King through Google or Bing, you may experience reduced visibility unless your search account is age-verified.
To ensure uninterrupted access, we recommend the following:
What can you do?
1. Go direct (recommended)
The most reliable way to access Book Like King is by visiting us directly.
Bookmark our website or save the URL somewhere safe:
Typing our address directly into your browser will always provide access, regardless of search engine changes.
2. Age-verify your search account
Once the regulations are in effect, adult websites may still appear in search results if you are logged into an age-verified account, such as:
- A verified Google account (Google Search)
- A verified Microsoft account (Bing)
You can check and verify your Google account age here:
https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/10071085
After verification, you may also need to ensure SafeSearch is turned off:
https://www.google.com/safesearch
3. Spread the word
Let your friends or regulars know about these upcoming changes.
A quick message with au.booklikeking.com could save confusion later.
Where Book Like King stands
These regulations are designed to:
- Protect children online
- Prevent accidental exposure to adult content
We fully support these goals.
As a premium adult directory, Book Like King is committed to:
- Operating in line with Australian regulations
- Providing a safe, compliant platform for adults
- Supporting sex workers and advertisers with reliable visibility
Privacy & age assurance
We are committed to protecting user privacy and anonymity.
Any age-assurance measures that may be required in the future will:
- Process only the minimum information required
- Use trusted third-party providers
- Prioritise local or on-device processing wherever possible
- Ensure no personal information is stored or processed directly by Book Like King
Your privacy remains a top priority.