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Biometric data collection for age verification

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Key Facts

In certain jurisdictions, what may Grindr require users to provide to confirm the user is 18 or older?
In certain jurisdictions, Grindr may require users to provide a video selfie, or pair a video selfie with an official photo ID, to confirm the user is 18 or older, which involves processing biometric information.
Does Grindr require users to provide a video selfie in certain jurisdictions?
In certain jurisdictions, Grindr may require users to provide a video selfie, or pair a video selfie with an official photo ID, to confirm the user is 18 or older, which involves processing biometric information.
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What it is

The policy discloses that in certain jurisdictions, Grindr may require users to submit a video selfie or pair a video selfie with an official photo ID for age verification purposes, and explicitly states this process involves processing biometric information.

This analysis describes what Grindr's agreement states, permits, or reserves. It does not constitute a legal determination about enforceability. Regulatory applicability and practical outcomes may vary by jurisdiction, enforcement context, and individual circumstances. Read our methodology

ConductAtlas Analysis

Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

Biometric information is among the most sensitive categories of personal data; its processing for age verification means some users must submit it as a condition of confirming eligibility to use the service.

Interpretive note: The age threshold (18) is stated in the excerpt but is secondary to the primary proposition about biometric processing; it is noted in omitted_material.

Clause Stability Stable

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Changes
5
Months Monitored
Jul 9, 2026
First Seen
Jul 10, 2026
Last Seen
This clause type exists across 4186 other provisions on other platforms.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Under these terms, users in certain (unspecified) jurisdictions may be required to submit biometric information via video selfie and official photo ID as a condition of account creation; the policy does not enumerate which jurisdictions require this or specify the retention period for biometric data collected in this context.

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▸ View Original Clause Language DOCUMENT RECORD
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In certain jurisdictions, we may require you to provide a video selfie or pair a video selfie with an official photo ID to confirm you are 18 years of age or older. This will involve processing your biometric information.

Excerpt from Grindr's Privacy Policy

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Institutional analysis (regulatory & governance intelligence)

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Applicable agencies

  • Federal Trade Commission (ftc)
    Oversees unfair or deceptive business practices and can investigate companies that mislead consumers about data collection, sharing, or use.
    Who can file: Anyone affected by the company's practices (US or international)
    What you need: Your account details, a timeline of relevant events, and a description of the specific issue
    What to expect: Complaints inform FTC enforcement priorities and investigations but do not result in individual resolution or compensation
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  • State Attorney General
    State AGs in California, New York, Texas, and other states can investigate violations of state consumer protection and privacy laws, including CCPA (California), SHIELD Act (New York), and equivalents.
    Who can file: Residents of states with comprehensive privacy laws — primarily California, Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, and Utah
    What you need: Evidence of the violation, explanation of how your state rights were affected, and your account or contact information with the company
    What to expect: Outcomes vary by state. May result in investigation, enforcement action, or requirement for the company to change practices. No direct individual compensation in most cases.

    Search "[your state] attorney general consumer complaint" to find your state's direct complaint form

Applicable regulations

BIPA
Illinois, USA
CCPA/CPRA
California, USA
Connecticut Data Privacy Act Amendments
US-CT
CAN-SPAM
United States Federal
ePrivacy Directive
European Union
FTC Act Section 5
United States Federal
GDPR
European Union
Indiana Consumer Data Protection Act
US-IN
Kentucky Consumer Data Protection Act
US-KY
UK GDPR
United Kingdom
Universal Opt-Out Mechanism Expansion 2026
US

Provision details

Document information
Document
Grindr Privacy Policy
Entity
Grindr
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
July 9, 2026
Last verified
July 9, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-015016
Document ID
CA-D-00270
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
d975ff63d08e3c4b736841b3b0bc5d768ca9e5f4b20e241c55c4c227fb46ef8c
Analysis generated
July 9, 2026 06:55 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
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Citation Record
Entity: Grindr
Document: Grindr Privacy Policy
Record ID: CA-P-015016
Captured: 2026-07-09 06:55:48 UTC
SHA-256: d975ff63d08e3c4b…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/grindr/grindr-privacy-policy/provision/CA-P-015016/biometric-data-collection-for-age-verification/
Accessed: Aug. 26, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
Classification
Severity
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Grindr's Biometric data collection for age verification clause do?

Biometric information is among the most sensitive categories of personal data; its processing for age verification means some users must submit it as a condition of confirming eligibility to use the service.

How does this clause affect you?

Under these terms, users in certain (unspecified) jurisdictions may be required to submit biometric information via video selfie and official photo ID as a condition of account creation; the policy does not enumerate which jurisdictions require this or specify the retention period for biometric data collected in this context.

How many platforms have this type of clause?

ConductAtlas has identified this type of provision across 296 platforms. See the full comparison.

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