Discord delays its age verification plans and says 'we're listening' — but it's too little too late

• Discord's age verification plans have been delayed to the 'second half' of 2026
• The delay is a response to the backlash from users who have voiced privacy concerns
• Discord still intends to roll out age verification for users with minor changes

Discord has been under fire from its users due to plans for global age verification on the social app, and the fierce backlash against the decision has finally prompted Discord to act — but it's still not enough to win users over.

In a new press release, Discord announced that it will delay its global age verification plans, after admitting "we've made mistakes" and plans to rectify the matter by regaining the trust of its users. Instead of the rollout beginning in March, it will now happen at an unannounced date in the latter stage of 2026.

Discord has also tried to ...