Why do you have to scan your finger at Disneyland?

They want to make sure that you use the pass, and it is only you who continues using the pass. The numerical value created using your finger scan isn't unique, but it is statistically significant enough to ID you. This allows Disney to identify you with a string of numbers.



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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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The first time you use a ticket (or annual pass), your 5 point biometric finger scan is recorded. Each time you use the ticket after that, the scanner is looking for your finger scan to match the original one. This helps Disney to prevent the fraudulent use of park tickets.

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