The popular streaming platform now mandates facial recognition scans for users wanting to access mature content, marking a significant departure from traditional age verification methods. The facial recognition verification triggers at three specific moments. First, new users must complete the scan during account creation. Second, existing users encounter the requirement when logging in for the first time since the policy change. Third, anyone attempting to watch streams with specific content warnings must verify their age through facial scanning. The new policy has drawn sharp criticism from privacy advocates and content creators concerned about the security of sensitive biometric data.