Walt Disney World has not announced new policies but cast members are reminding guests more often to secure phones and avoid flashes during attractions. The shift affects all visitors yet hits influencers hardest as they film frequently. Safety concerns over dropped devices on high-speed rides drive the increased attention.
Guests at the Florida resort report cast members issuing firmer reminders before boarding, especially on rides such as TRON Lightcycle / Run, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and Expedition Everest. These attractions already require loose items to be stored in lockers because of launches, drops, and rapid turns. Longtime visitors note more frequent warnings at dark rides like the Haunted Mansion, where bright phone screens and camera flashes disrupt the atmosphere. Disney has long discouraged flash photography, yet enforcement now appears more proactive. Influencers who rely on ride footage say they receive extra reminders, though the rules apply to everyone. The company balances the marketing value of social media videos with the need to protect guest immersion and prevent accidents from falling phones.
