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Discord Mandatory Age Verification 2026: What the Global ID Requirement Means for Users

Everything You Need to Know: Discord Is Forcing Global Age Verification on All Users

Discord is rolling out mandatory age verification worldwide in March 2026. All accounts will default to a restricted mode unless users verify they are over 18. To regain full access, users may be required to submit a biometric face scan or upload a government-issued ID through third-party vendors. This article explains how Discord’s global age verification system works, what features will be restricted, the privacy risks involved, the companies processing user data, and what this shift means for anonymity online. Learn what happens if you refuse to verify, how recent data breaches impact trust in identity systems, and how to protect your digital privacy as platforms move toward identity-based access.