Notice and User Guide for the IARC (International Age Rating Coalition) System
Sep 24, 2024 (UTC+09:00)
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Hello,
This is the ONE store Developer Center.
We are pleased to announce that ONE store now provides the IARC (International Age Rating Coalition) system. We kindly ask our seller members to refer to the details and proceed with managing the age ratings of your products accordingly.
What is IARC?
IARC (International Age Rating Coalition) is an international association established through the cooperation of major age rating organizations worldwide.
The main purpose of IARC is to unify the differing age rating standards across various regions, enabling developers to easily manage ratings worldwide using a single system.
The ratings rated through IARC comply with the regulations of each region, simplifying the mandatory procedures for global distribution.
Differences from Previous Age Ratings
Previous age rating systems were operated independently in each country, requiring individual ratings from each regional rating organization.
With the adoption of the IARC system, age ratings for multiple regions can be rated using just one questionnaire, significantly simplifying the age rating management process for products.
However, please note that in some countries IARC may not be applicable or have limitations, in which case a separate age rating process may be necessary.
IARC Certification Process
To receive a content rating for your product on ONE store through the IARC system, follow the steps below:
1. Fill out the IARC questionnaire: Fill out the IARC questionnaire at the ONE store Developer Center. The questionnaire includes detailed questions about the content of the game or app, evaluating various elements such as violence, sexual content, drugs, gambling, and profanity.
2. Receive a cert ID: When you submit the questionnaire, the IARC system automatically rates a content rating appropriate for each region, and issues a cert ID. This cert ID can then be used to apply the ratings on ONE store and other stores.
3. Apply Ratings: The rating is automatically applied to ONE store, and the user will be able to view them. If there is any disagreement regarding the rating, you can change the rating by requesting an additional review through the rating review request process.
We hope you will be able to smoothly navigate the content distribution process in the global market by using the IARC system. Please provide accurate information and take extra care when managing your cert ID.
For inquiries, please contact us via the ‘Inquiries’ section at the Developer Center or by emailing ‘devhelper@onestore.net’.
We will always strive to provide better service.
Thank you.
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