Does Disney take your picture?

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At the time of activation, a ticket will be associated with one Guest. Each ticket holder will have their photo taken at the park entrance. That photo will be used to verify each Guest when they use their ticket for re-entry on the same day as well as on subsequent days for a multi-day ticket.

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You can use your MagicBand, Disney PhotoPass card, theme park ticket or annual pass. When you wear your MagicBand to the park, your attraction photos will even be automatically linked to your account. runDisney photos can also be linked to your account using your bib number.

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In short, Disneyland takes your picture to protect your purchase and prevent unauthorized users from entering the park on your dime. The first time you use a new Disneyland park ticket, you will scan the card or electronic pass on your phone with a cast member, who will then snap your photo.

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First of all, Disney has far more photographers than any other theme park we've ever been to. That means, you'll have lots (and lots) of opportunities to get some great pics. Secondly, PhotoPass photographers will take pictures with their camera AND with yours.

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And you and your phone are both welcome when you visit the Disneyland Resort. Yes, Cast Members currently are permitted to use the personal phones of Guests to take photographs.

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Bringing your own camera is a great way to ensure you're catching memories of every magical moment! Currently, there are no restrictions regarding camera lenses in the Walt Disney World Resort property rules.

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If you are using Standard Theme Park Tickets, you do not need a valid government-issued photo ID for admission into the Disneyland Resort parks. However, there are special tickets that DO require a valid government-issued photo ID for admission, such as military tickets.

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There are some park tickets that do require identification when you scan in through the Main Entrance Gates while others do not. If you have regular single-day or multi-day One Park Per Day and Park Hopper tickets, you will not be asked for ID.

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Of the new facial recognition tech, Disney says, “The technology we're testing captures an image of a Guest's face and converts it into a unique number, which is then associated with the form of admission being used for park entry.” This language sounds very similar to the tech behind finger scanners.

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According to a Disney announcement, the facial recognition software's primary focus is to understand guest behavior. Disney has set up cameras all around their theme parks and will use this technology to monitor guests, optimize their days at the park, and enhance the Disney World experience now and for the future.

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If you want to take a selfie in a Disney park, you're going to have to do it the old-fashioned way. “Hand-held extension poles for cameras and mobile devices” are not allowed.

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It is private property. Disney is checking for the following items, which may not be brought into Disney's Parks: Recreational devices such as drones, remote control toys, skateboards, scooters, inline skates, shoes with built-in wheels. Alcoholic beverages, marijuana or any illegal substance.

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Disney is tired of being featured on our website because of injuries, which is leading to the Disney World selfie ban. In 2022, there were over 500 selfie-related injuries at Disney World. While most of these are small bruises, they can be severe. In fact, people die every year taking selfies.

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No, Disney does not expect you to bring any proof of age for children under 3. The honor system is pretty easy to follow at that age, so you are good just arriving and having a magical time.

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The only place we know there AREN'T cameras in Disney World is in the restrooms since that's generally illegal. Other than that, anywhere in the parks is pretty much fair game. Besides the video surveillance, there are also a lot of plainclothes security guards throughout the parks.

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You Can Bring a Backpack to Disney Parks With the exception of a couple attractions, every ride at Disney will have a small pouch for you to stow your backpack, or space at your feet. Your trusty bag can take on all the adventures Disney has to offer with you!

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What three words can't Disney employees say? The three words that Disney employees are trained not to say are “I don't know.” “If a guest asks you a question, you always have to have an answer, no exceptions,” an anonymous former Cast Member shared online. “If you don't know it, find out, but don't say you don't know.

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Through Disney PhotoPass and the My Disney Experience Mobile App you may allow anyone who is connected to your Family & Friends list to view your photos. Photo sharing is set one person at a time, so you control who is able to view all the Disney PhotoPass photos connected to your Disney account.

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