Limited Access features in Azure AI Video Indexer

Microsoft facial recognition services are Limited Access to help prevent misuse and protect individuals' rights and safety. In Azure AI Video Indexer, you must register and receive approval before you can use certain facial recognition features.

Caution

Limited Access features are available only to Microsoft-managed customers and partners for approved use cases. Access is subject to eligibility requirements and a vetting process.

Features that require registration

You must register to use the following Azure AI Video Indexer features:

  • Face identification
  • Face customization, including custom person models
  • Celebrity recognition

Other Azure AI Video Indexer features don't require registration. Face detection isn't available in the Brazil South region. For more information about the policy, see Limited Access for Azure AI Face.

Eligibility

Limited Access features are available only to customers and partners that Microsoft manages. Approval applies only to the use cases that you select during registration. Microsoft might require you to reverify your registration periodically.

Customers can't use, or allow the use of, Azure facial recognition services by or for a police department in the United States.

Apply for access

Trial accounts don't have access to Limited Access features. If you use a trial account, create a paid Azure AI Video Indexer account before you submit the intake form.

To request access:

  1. Complete the Face Recognition intake form.
  2. Provide information about your organization and intended use cases.
  3. Submit the form for review.

Microsoft evaluates each request based on eligibility criteria and the information that you provide. Approval is at Microsoft's discretion.

Terms of use

Azure AI Video Indexer is available under the terms that govern your subscription to Microsoft Azure services. Review the Service Specific Terms for conditions and obligations that apply to your use of Azure AI Video Indexer.

Microsoft's approach to facial recognition is based on its Responsible AI principles and facial recognition principles.

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