The popular online messaging platform Discord is facing backlash after announcing that it will make a key policy change in the name of security next month. Starting in early March, the platform will ...

Discord faces criticism for its heavy-handed approach to age verification. The company has attempted to clarify its demands for photos, videos, or copies of ID. If you aren't happy with these changes, ...

Earlier this week, Discord announced plans to officially roll out age-verification protocols starting in March. Ostensibly, this is meant to protect younger users from inappropriate content or ...

Discord will be rolling out age verification to all users. Here's how to complete the process. Credit: Valera Golovniov/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images Age verification is spreading on the ...

Either because they aren’t accessing age-restricted experiences, or if its AI predicts they’re old enough. Either because they aren’t accessing age-restricted experiences, or if its AI predicts ...

PCWorld reports that Discord’s new age verification policy requires users to submit video selfies or ID documents, treating unverified accounts as teens. Searches for “delete Discord” have doubled ...

Discord is the latest company looking to bolster its child safety (again). Starting in March, all users will have a "teen-appropriate experience" by default. Unlocking adult content and age-gated ...

To maintain full functionality, you could be asked to scan your face or provide an ID that proves you're an adult. Michelle is Lifehacker's Associate Tech Editor, and has been reviewing games, laptops ...

Social media platforms have been inching their way toward age verification for a while now. Social media platforms have been inching their way toward age verification for a while now. is a news writer ...

Want to use Discord from next month? You’ll have to hand over a photo of your ID or a scan of your face to verify you’re of age. It’s part of a new process introduced by the chat app aimed at ensuring ...

Discord, a social media app popular with video gamers, will now require all of its 200 million worldwide users to prove their age. In a blog post on Monday, the start-up said it would make all ...

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