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The provision establishes the operational framework for age verification processes, defining what biometric data categories Spotify may process, the methods employed (identity document verification and facial age estimation), and the retention period. This addresses regulatory requirements for age-gated service features and parental consent workflows.
Users who choose to use age-restricted features must provide biometric data through one of the specified verification methods. The terms authorize collection and processing of facial images and identity document photos, with deletion occurring immediately following successful age verification completion.
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"Age Check Data is the data you provide if you (i) choose to use a feature that is subject to an Age Check or (ii) are a parent or legal guardian providing parental consent for a Managed Account ('Age Check'). Examples of Age Check methods we use, which are powered by a third party provider, are: identity document verification: a photo of your identity document is used to confirm your age. In some cases, we may also use a photo of your face to verify that your ID belongs to you; facial age estimation: a photo of your face which is used to estimate your age. All Age Check Data is deleted immediately after the Age Check.— Excerpt from Spotify's Spotify Privacy Policy
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The provision establishes the operational framework for age verification processes, defining what biometric data categories Spotify may process, the methods employed (identity document verification and facial age estimation), and the retention period. This addresses regulatory requirements for age-gated service features and parental consent workflows.
Users who choose to use age-restricted features must provide biometric data through one of the specified verification methods. The terms authorize collection and processing of facial images and identity document photos, with deletion occurring immediately following successful age verification completion.
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