🚫 Access Restricted for Australian Visitors

As of March 16, 2026, Civitai is no longer accessible to users in Australia.

This is due to Australia's Age-Restricted Material Codes, registered under the Online Safety Act and enforced by the eSafety Commissioner. These codes require platforms that host user-generated content — including AI-generated imagery — to implement age verification measures such as facial age estimation, digital identity wallets, or photo identification checks before allowing access to age-restricted material. Simple self-declaration of age is no longer considered sufficient. Non-compliance carries civil penalties of up to AUD $49.5 million per breach.

This is not a decision we made lightly. We began looking into what compliance would involve, but quickly realized it is not something we can feasibly manage with a team of our size. The legal and financial burden is simply too great.

We are heartbroken to block access, and we know this is upsetting. If you are an Australian citizen, we encourage you to contact your local Member of Parliament and share your concerns about how these codes affect access to art, technology, and online communities. You can learn more at the eSafety Commissioner's website.

We are truly sorry, and we hope to return in the future. Thank you for being part of the Civitai community.