just got age restricted?

i have had my account for 3+ years, i’m 22, and i don’t have any recent flags or strikes on my account. i haven’t changed any info and ive had my bday listed since i made the account.

when i was responding to some videos someone sent me via Dm today, i all of the sudden couldn’t respond and got a notification saying i was age restricted because im under the age of 16 (again, im 22). this then deleted all messages ive ever received, and my boyfriend said from his view he can’t send me anything now either. i sent in an appeal (that process was ridiculous in it of itself) and im just playing the waiting game now.

does anyone know if there’s a new terms of service that’s causing people to verify their age? a family member also just experienced this on their account theyve had for awhile as well. has anyone else experienced this or know when my appeal will be confirmed. my FYP sucks now and i cant send or receive messages. thanks in advance!