Ofcom is the regulator for the communications services that we use and rely on each day.
As people communicate seamlessly online and offline, we now need to invest our efforts into making digital communications work for everyone
Ofcom wants to understand how adults and children in the UK use media.
Under the Online Safety Act, Ofcom's job is to make online services safer for the people who use them. We make sure companies have effective systems in place to protect users from harm
Ofcom is committed to a thriving telecoms sector, where companies can compete fairly and customers benefit from a broad range of services
Ofcom's job is to make sure there is a universal postal service.
You can't see or feel radio spectrum, but we use it every day. Our job is to authorise and manage the use of spectrum in the UK.
We make sure that broadcasters provide quality TV, radio and on-demand programmes that appeal to diverse audiences. We also have rules in place to protect viewers and listeners from harm.
How to make the most of communications services as a small business.
How to make the most of the services you use, and deal with problems.
Proposals we are consulting on and decisions we've made.
How we make sure companies follow our rules, to protect customers and promote competition.
Rules, guidance and other information for the industries we regulate.
If you're looking to use certain radio equipment, or broadcast on TV or radio, you'll need a licence from Ofcom.
Our latest news, features, views and information about our work.
Evidence we gather to inform our work as a regulator.
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Published: 21 May 2026
We’ve published our latest research into how children spend their time online and interact with different forms of media.
Published: 24 April 2025
Last updated: 20 April 2026
Children in the UK will be able to live a safer life online under new Ofcom protections which set ambitious new safety standards for tech firms. As the UK’s online safety regulator, protecting children is a priority for Ofcom. We’re determined to make the online world a better place for them – and to give parents peace of mind that their children will be better protected from the risks they might face.
Published: 18 December 2025
AI chatbots have been in the news a lot recently. They are a new and increasingly prevalent tool that some people use for work, study, research, entertainment or simply for conversation.
Published: 17 December 2025
Giving the kids tech for Christmas? This explainer helps you navigate getting them online and keeping them safe from inappropriate content
Published: 26 October 2023
Last updated: 28 July 2025
Ofcom is the regulator for online safety in the UK. Our job is to make sure that online services protect their users.
Published: 26 June 2025
As of 25 July 2025, all sites and apps that allow pornography will need to have strong age checks in place, to make sure children can’t access that or other harmful content.
Published: 28 May 2025
If you, or someone you know, are suffering domestic abuse, harassment or violence, it’s important to think about the security and accessibility of your telecoms services and the costs relating to them.
Published: 19 April 2011
Last updated: 8 October 2024
Going online and watching TV are an everyday part of children’s lives.
If you, or someone you know, have been affected by illegal, harmful or upsetting content online, please contact a support service to find information and get help.
Published: 28 October 2020
Last updated: 16 March 2023
This guide will show you how to find information to help keep children safe online, including on games consoles, tablets and other smart devices.
This guide shows you how to find information to help keep children safe online when using a mobile phone
