Discord framed the "teen by default" changes as protective, but online backlash called it the next step in the surveillance state.
Discord will roll out global age verification in March, requiring face scans or ID for full access to age-restricted servers and features.
Starting in March 2026, Discord is rolling out "teen-by-default" safety settings and advanced age assurance systems globally.
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