Discord spokesperson blames Apple for NSFW content removal

A new Discord policy removes NSFW servers from the iPhone and iPad apps in order to comply with an unidentified Apple policy.Discord removes adult content in response to Apple policyOn Tuesday, Discord announced that it would begin classifying servers based on content, specifically NSFW content. Not all NSFW content is in danger, however, and only applies to servers that focus on NSFW content only.The company isn’t providing much insight into the issue. According to Mashable, a spokesperson simply stated that the change was “to comply with Apple’s policies.” Which policy and why is not clear.One possible reason is the app’s age rating. On March 22, Discord announced that it had to update its age rating from 12+ to 17+ upon Apple’s request. This means that any minor with an Apple ID would not be able to download the Discord app if parental controls were on.A 17+ age rating is not ideal for an app directed at young teens. Removing all NSFW content from the iOS app would rectify this issue.Another reason, and the one shared by The Verge is that Apple has targeted Discord in an unfair campaign to remove adult content. Apple is known to have an anti-pornography policy…
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