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February 11, 2026

Discord faces backlash over age checks after data breach exposed 70,000 IDs

Discord to block adult content unless users verify ages with selfies or IDs.

Discord faces backlash over age checks after data breach exposed 70,000 IDs

TL;DR

  • Discord will require age verification via video selfies or government IDs for adult content access.
  • The verification process uses AI technology on the user's device, with data deleted after confirmation.
  • Users are protesting due to a previous data breach exposing 70,000 government IDs.
  • Concerns exist regarding the privacy policies of third-party age verification vendors like k-ID and Privately.
  • Discord anticipates some users may leave the platform due to the new requirements.

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