<p><strong>Question:</strong> What's the best age verification system for a UK vape shop? I need something for both in-store and online.</p><p><strong>Answer:</strong> UK law requires age 18+ verification for all vape sales. Here are the options:</p><h3>In-store</h3><ul><li><strong>Challenge 25 policy:</strong> If someone looks under 25, ask for ID. This is the standard approach and accepted by Trading Standards.</li><li><strong>Acceptable ID:</strong> Passport, driving licence, PASS-accredited card, or military ID.</li><li><strong>Digital scanners:</strong> Some shops use ID scanners (e.g., AgeChecked, Yoti) for higher volume locations.</li></ul><h3>Online</h3><ul><li><strong>AgeChecked:</strong> The most widely used service, integrates with Shopify and WooCommerce. Uses electoral roll and credit reference data.</li><li><strong>Yoti:</strong> App-based digital identity verification.</li><li><strong>Manual checks:</strong> Require upload of ID — labour-intensive but low cost.</li></ul><p>We recommend Challenge 25 in-store and AgeChecked for online. Keep records of all age checks for at least 12 months.</p>