Discord launches automatic age verification system globally

Summarised from 4 outlets · Updated 23 Sept, 21:44 · Archive

Discord is rolling out automatic age estimation for users based on account signals, with verification required when age cannot be determined.

Discord is introducing a global age assurance system that automatically assigns users to estimated age groups using account data. The system aims to be less intrusive than previous verification measures, which were paused seven months ago following user backlash. According to Discord, 90% of users will not require age verification.

How it is being reported

• Discord age verification rolls out today with changes spurred by user backlashDiscord will try to automatically estimate ages, require verification when it can't.Ars Technica · 23 Sept, 21:05
• Discordians now subject to whims of new age verification technologyDiscord users asked to prove they’re adults get less intrusive optionsThe Register · 23 Sept, 17:59
• Discord will now automatically estimate your ageDiscord is rolling out a new global age assurance system, seven months after pausing its previous verification measures following backlash from users. Starting today in every country except Australia and the UK, Discord will automatically assign users to an estimated age group based on "multiple account signals," with account restrictions placed on users believed to […]The Verge · 23 Sept, 15:27
• Discord’s age verification era is upon us, despite community backlashAccording to Discord, 90% of users will not have to verify their age.TechCrunch · 23 Sept, 04:31

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