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Claude Pro users face identity verification lockout after credit purchase

A user reported being locked out of their Claude Pro account after attempting to purchase additional credits, requiring identity verification via ID and a face scan. The user expressed concern over this process, viewing it as an invasion of privacy and potentially a deliberate tactic to compel users to provide personal data. They are seeking alternative solutions or workarounds to regain access without submitting their information, and noted a lack of responsive support from Anthropic. AI

IMPACT Highlights potential user friction and privacy concerns with AI service account management and verification processes.

RANK_REASON User-reported issue with a specific product feature, not a core model release or significant industry event.

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Claude Pro users face identity verification lockout after credit purchase

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  1. r/Anthropic TIER_1 English(EN) · /u/EngineSearching ·

    Claude Persona identity verification account lockout

    <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Fairly new to Claude and subscribe to a pro membership. After about a month of usage I decided to add more credits to my account, after clicking the purchase button it essentially locked me out of using Claude until I handed over my ID and a Face…