Starting January 1st, Florida Adults Will Resort to VPNs to Access Pornhub

From January 1, 2023, adults in Florida will need to use a Virtual Private Network (VPN) to access adult content websites like Pornhub. This move follows the passing of a new bill by Governor Ron DeSantis, which aims to block the access of such adult content websites to safeguard minors. The bill has been criticized by many, who argue that the legislation encroaches upon the freedom of adults to access legal content.This legislation, called SB 1864, was signed into law on June 2, 2021, and is set to be enacted from the start of next year. It requires all producers and distributors of adult content to implement a strict age verification process to prevent minors from accessing such content. However, the bill does not specify the methods that should be used for age verification, leaving it up to the companies to decide.The law has been met with resistance from many corners, including civil liberties groups and adult content producers. They argue that it is an invasion of privacy and an infringement on the rights of adults to access legal content. They also point out that the law could be exploited by hackers to gather personal information.As a workaround to this issue, many Floridians are considering using Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). These secure, private networks allow users to browse the internet anonymously, bypassing any imposed restrictions. While VPNs offer a potential solution, they are not entirely foolproof. They may slow down the internet connection, and some websites block VPN users. Furthermore, using a VPN for illegal activities is still against the law.Overall, the new legislation has sparked a debate about internet freedom and privacy. While the aim is to protect minors from inappropriate content, the question remains whether the law is encroaching on the rights of adults to access legal content.