Claude Identity Verification: What's Required and Why

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⚡ TL;DR Verification prevents misuse and meets legal duties. Use a valid physical government photo ID, not copies or digital IDs, and possibly a live selfie. Retry or contact support if it fails.

Asked to verify who you are? Here's how Claude identity verification works.

Help guide. 🪪

🪪 Why Claude Identity Verification Happens

It helps prevent misuse and meet legal obligations, for certain features or routine safety checks. Data is used only to confirm identity.

✅ What You Need

A valid, legible physical government photo ID, and possibly a live selfie on your phone.

🚫 Not Accepted

Photocopies, screenshots, digital IDs, non-government cards and temporary paper IDs.

💡 Pro tip Use good lighting and a plain background to avoid failed scans.

🔁 If It Fails

Retry within the flow or contact support. Bans are handled separately through appeals.

Claude identity verification takes a few minutes. Need help with AI account compliance? Lord Of The Wix can assist. ✨

❓ Claude identity verification FAQ

Why does Claude ask for verification?

To prevent misuse and meet legal obligations.

What ID is accepted?

A valid physical government photo ID.

Are digital IDs accepted?

No.

Is a selfie required?

Possibly, a live one.

What if verification fails?

Retry or contact support.

🙏 Credit: This article is based on public information from the Claude Help Center. Claude is a product of Anthropic. Source: support.claude.com.

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