Discord Enforces Face Scans or ID Verification, Threatens Access Limits
Discord is set to implement significant changes aimed at enhancing safety for teen users. Beginning in March, all global users will be required to undergo age verification through either a face scan or ID submission. Those who do not verify their age will face access restrictions typical of teen users.
Mandatory Age Verification
As part of a broader initiative reflecting growing legislative interest in youth safety, Discord will default all users to a teen designation until verification is completed. This change aims to ensure appropriate content access for different age groups. Users can expect to encounter:
- Updated communication settings
- Restricted access to age-gated spaces
- Content filtering based on age
Verification Methods
To verify their age, users have two options: facial age estimation or ID submission. Discord has indicated that in some cases, both methods might be required. The verification rollout will commence in early March.
Privacy Protections
In light of a past data breach involving a third-party vendor, Discord has implemented new privacy safeguards for the verification process. These protections include:
- On-device processing: Video selfies for age estimation remain on the user’s device.
- Quick deletion: Submitted identity documents are deleted promptly, often immediately after verification.
- Simplified verification: Users typically need to verify their age only once for a tailored Discord experience.
- Privacy assurance: Users’ age verification statuses are private and cannot be viewed by others.
As Discord rolls out these changes, it aims to adapt to the evolving landscape of digital safety and regulatory expectations. For more information on restrictions related to unverified ages, users can review Discord’s official announcements on Filmogaz.com. How do you feel about age verification becoming standard in apps like Discord? Share your thoughts in the comments.
