Walmart & Target Are SCANNING Your Face - Here's How to Stop Them

Описание: Walmart, Target, Kroger, CVS, Home Depot, and Macy's are using facial recognition technology on customers—often without telling anyone. This month, Wegmans was FORCED to admit they've been scanning shoppers' faces in secret. If their system makes a mistake, you could be falsely accused of shoplifting.

In this video, I reveal exactly what's happening and give you 5 actionable steps to protect your privacy while shopping. Step 5 is the most powerful—and most people have no idea they can do it.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Intro: The Shocking Truth
0:35 - Wegmans Gets Caught Red-Handed
1:35 - Why This Affects YOU
2:20 - Step 1: Become a Sign Detective
2:45 - Step 2: Ask the Uncomfortable Question
3:10 - Step 3: Take It to the Top
3:35 - Step 4: Know Your State Rights
4:00 - Step 5: Vote with Your Wallet & Voice (THE BIG ONE)
4:45 - What You Can Do Today

🛡️ THE 5 STEPS TO PROTECT YOURSELF:

1. Look for disclosure signs at store entrances
2. Ask managers directly about facial recognition policies
3. Contact corporate headquarters to demand transparency
4. Know your state's biometric privacy laws
5. Contact your representatives to demand federal protection

🏪 STORES CONFIRMED USING FACIAL RECOGNITION:

• Walmart
• Target
• Kroger
• CVS
• Home Depot
• Macy's
• Wegmans

📍 STATES WITH STRONG PRIVACY LAWS:

Illinois, Texas, and Washington have biometric privacy protections. Check your state's laws to know your rights.

⚠️ DID YOU KNOW?

The FTC banned Rite Aid from using facial recognition for 5 YEARS after their system repeatedly made errors and falsely accused innocent customers of shoplifting.

💬 YOUR TURN:

Have you noticed facial recognition signs at your local stores? What do you think about this technology? Drop a comment—I read every single one!

📧 CONTACT YOUR REPRESENTATIVES:

Find your federal representatives: https://www.usa.gov/elected-officials
Tell them you want federal biometric privacy protection laws.

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DISCLAIMER: This video is for educational purposes. Information is current as of January 2026. Always verify your local laws and regulations.




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