CLEAR offers a biometric identity verification platform that uses facial recognition and eGate technology to let travelers bypass traditional airport security lines. Members access dedicated CLEAR lanes or eGates via a mobile app with QR‑code entry, and can add family members, use concierge assistance, and receive partner perks, reducing wait times and streamlining the travel experience.
Funding
$100M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
EHPFFounders
Product
Problem
Travelers often face long, unpredictable lines at airport security checkpoints, leading to missed flights, added stress, and inefficient use of time. Traditional identity verification processes require manual document checks and can be slow, especially during peak travel periods.
Solution
CLEAR provides a biometric identity verification platform that speeds airport security by confirming a traveler’s identity through facial recognition and optional eGate technology. Members access dedicated CLEAR lanes or eGates, allowing them to bypass standard ID checks and proceed directly to bag screening. The service integrates with TSA PreCheck® and offers a mobile app for QR‑code access, enabling on‑demand lane entry for non‑members. CLEAR also offers premium concierge assistance, family add‑ons, and a suite of partner perks that add value beyond the security experience.
Target Audience
Primary customers are frequent air travelers in the United States—including business and leisure passengers—who value reduced wait times at security checkpoints, as well as enterprises seeking streamlined identity verification for their employees.
Features
- Biometric facial‑recognition verification that confirms “you are you” in seconds
- Dedicated CLEAR lanes and eGates at over 150 locations across 61 U.S. airports
- Mobile app with QR‑code access for on‑the‑day lane entry (CLEAR Mobile)
- Integration with TSA PreCheck® for combined expedited screening and reduced removal steps
- Family add‑on option allowing up to three adult members and free access for children under 18
- CLEAR Concierge service providing personal assistance from curb to gate for a fee
- CLEAR Perks program delivering $500+ in partner benefits such as passport services, luggage shipping, and wellness offers