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Disney Faces Class-Action Over Unclear Facial-Recognition Data Collection

5/24/2026

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A class-action lawsuit alleges Disney collected facial-recognition data from park guests without clear consent.
Disney launched the facial-recognition entrances in April, saying they speed reentry, curb fraud, and delete data after 30 days unless needed for fraud-prevention purposes.
The complaint says opt-out signage is hard to see and few lanes let guests avoid the technology.
Disney spokesperson Jessica Jakary says the company respects information and calls the allegations meritless.

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A class-action lawsuit alleges Disney collected facial-recognition data from park guests without clear consent.
Disney launched the facial-recognition entrances in April, saying they speed reentry, curb fraud, and delete data after 30 days unless needed for fraud-prevention purposes.
The complaint says opt-out signage is hard to see and few lanes let guests avoid the technology.
Disney spokesperson Jessica Jakary says the company respects information and calls the allegations meritless.