00:00 Flying home for the holidays?
00:01 You might be able to save time at the airport with expedited security programs,
00:05 but it's not as simple as it may seem.
00:07 Options like TSA PreCheck, Global Entry, and Clear
00:10 allow you to skip certain parts of the security line
00:12 in exchange for a subscription fee and personal information.
00:15 But the more people use them, the less benefit they bring to each individual participant.
00:20 For example, TSA PreCheck said in November that they had reached an all-time high of 17.6 million enrollees.
00:26 And Forbes says that some travelers have reported instances of PreCheck lines being so crowded
00:31 that the regular security lines actually move faster.
00:34 Still, there are measurable differences between the various options available.
00:37 PreCheck costs $78 for a five-year membership, has its own dedicated security lines,
00:42 and doesn't require you to remove your shoes or take your laptop out of your bag, among other benefits.
00:47 Global Entry costs $100 for five years.
00:50 It includes TSA PreCheck, but also expedites your passage through U.S. Customs
00:54 if you're traveling internationally.
00:56 Clear is a private service that costs $189 for one year.
01:00 In participating airports, it allows you to jump to the front of the security line
01:03 by scanning your eyes and fingerprints.
01:05 Despite the possible complications, many travelers will be willing to pony up
01:09 for at least a chance of making air travel less of a hassle.
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