Donor anonymity and identity

There is no federal register giving donor-conceived people access to donor identity, and practice depends on the bank or arrangement, with some offering identity-release donation. Direct-to-consumer DNA testing means anonymity can rarely be guaranteed in practice. Counselling covers what this means for telling a child about their origins.

Also known as: anonymous donor, identity release, open ID

Last reviewed: September 9, 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.