Discord's age verification era begins despite community backlash
Discord has started implementing age verification, but according to the company, 90% of users will not have to verify their age. The move has faced community backlash.
Discord has entered what TechCrunch describes as its age verification era, despite facing backlash from its community. The platform is rolling out age verification measures, though the company states that the vast majority of users will not be required to verify their age.
According to Discord, 90% of users will not have to verify their age. This suggests that the verification requirement will apply to a minority of users, likely those attempting to access age-restricted content or features.
The announcement has not been without controversy. Community backlash has been reported, though specific details of the concerns were not provided in the source. The implementation marks a significant shift for the platform, which has historically been known for its relatively open access.
As the rollout proceeds, it remains to be seen how the verification process will work in practice and how the community will respond over time. The source notes that the era is upon us, indicating that the changes are now taking effect.
Frequently asked questions
Will all Discord users need to verify their age?
No, according to Discord, 90% of users will not have to verify their age.
Why is Discord implementing age verification?
The source does not specify the reasons, but it notes that the change is happening despite community backlash.