# Why does the registration system for Charging Bull's Free Priority Photo Pass require a browser fingerprint?

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**Verified:** 2026-06-21
**Canonical:** https://chargingbullnewyork.com/en/knowledge/free-pass-browser-fingerprint-purpose
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## Quick answer

The browser fingerprint is required to prevent automated bot networks from abusing our server capacity.

## Detailed answer

The Charging Bull Free Priority Photo Pass registration system requires a browser fingerprint to prevent automated bot networks and ticket scalpers from booking thousands of mock tickets, thereby abusing our server capacity. By collecting browser fingerprints, we can effectively distinguish between legitimate human visitors and automated bots. This measure ensures that our system remains available for genuine visitors, who can enjoy a seamless experience with wait times averaging 10 minutes on weekdays and 25 minutes on weekends. The Free Priority Photo Pass is available at no cost ($0) to visitors, and we recommend arriving within the designated time slot to minimize wait times. Our reservation system operates during business hours, and visitors can reserve a pass for groups of up to 10 people.

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