Clear Secure EVP sells 4,499 shares at $44.47

Clear Secure’s EVP, Aviation reported RSU vesting, tax-share withholding, and a 4,499-share open-market sale under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 plan.

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Clear Secure, Inc. (YOU) reported that EVP, Aviation Kyle McLaughlin had restricted stock units vest on September 1, 2026, resulting in the issuance of 9,192 shares of Class A Common Stock. Of these, 4,693 shares were automatically withheld to satisfy tax withholding obligations, and on September 3, 2026, 4,499 shares were sold in the open market at $44.47 per share pursuant to a previously adopted Rule 10b5-1 trading plan.

Insider Trade Summary 10b5-1

Exercise and sale activity reported; no spread calculated

Exercise and Sale 4 txns

Insider McLaughlin Kyle

Role EVP, Aviation

Sold 4,499 shs ($200K)

Approx. gross sale proceeds $200K

Type	Security	Shares	Price	Value
Sale	Class A Common Stock F3	4,499	$44.47	$200K
Exercise	Restricted Stock Units F1	9,192	$0.00	$0.00
Exercise	Class A Common Stock F1	9,192	$0.00	$0.00
Tax Withholding	Class A Common Stock F2	4,693	$42.97	$202K

Holdings After Transaction: Restricted Stock Units — 0 contracts (Direct); Class A Common Stock — 29,519 shares (Direct)

Footnotes (3)

1. F1. This transaction reflects the issuance of shares following the vesting of restricted stock units ("RSUs"). Each RSU represents a contingent right to receive a share of Class A Common Stock of the Issuer, generally subject to the reporting person's continued service. One-third of the RSUs vested on each of September 1, 2024, 2025 and 2026.
2. F2. Represents RSUs automatically withheld to satisfy tax withholding obligations in connection with the vesting of RSUs described in footnote 1, exempt under Rule 16b-3.
3. F3. This transaction was automatically effected pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan previously adopted by the reporting person on March 4, 2026.

Key Figures

Shares sold: 4,499 shares Sale price per share: $44.47 per share RSUs vested and converted: 9,192 units/shares +3 more

6 metrics

Shares sold 4,499 shares Class A Common Stock sale on September 3, 2026 by EVP, Aviation

Sale price per share $44.47 per share Price for the 4,499-share sale on September 3, 2026

RSUs vested and converted 9,192 units/shares Restricted Stock Units vesting into Class A Common Stock on September 1, 2026

Shares withheld for taxes 4,693 shares Class A shares withheld on September 1, 2026 to satisfy tax withholding obligations

RSU vesting schedule One-third on each of September 1, 2024, 2025 and 2026 Footnote describing the three-year RSU vesting pattern

10b5-1 plan adoption date March 4, 2026 Date the Rule 10b5-1 trading plan governing the September 3, 2026 sale was adopted

Key Terms

Restricted Stock Units, Rule 10b5-1 trading plan, tax withholding obligations, Rule 16b-3

4 terms

Restricted Stock Units financial

"This transaction reflects the issuance of shares following the vesting of restricted stock units"

Restricted stock units are a type of company reward where employees are promised shares of stock, but they only fully own these shares after meeting certain conditions, like staying with the company for a set time. They matter because they can become valuable assets and are often used to motivate employees to help the company succeed.

Rule 10b5-1 trading plan regulatory

"This transaction was automatically effected pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan"

A Rule 10b5-1 trading plan is a pre-arranged schedule that allows company insiders to buy or sell stock at specific times, even if they have inside information. It helps prevent accusations of unfair trading by making these transactions look planned and transparent, rather than sneaky or illegal.

tax withholding obligations financial

"Represents RSUs automatically withheld to satisfy tax withholding obligations in connection"

Rule 16b-3 regulatory

"withholding obligations in connection with the vesting of RSUs described in footnote 1, exempt under Rule 16b-3"

Rule 16b-3 is a Securities and Exchange Commission regulation that exempts certain routine, pre-approved transactions by company insiders from automatic liability for short-term trading profits. It acts like a safe harbor: if an insider follows a formal plan or the board approves specific transactions in advance, profits from buying and selling company stock within six months are not automatically reclaimed. Investors care because the rule clarifies when insider trades are permissible and reduces uncertainty about potential clawbacks.

FAQ

What insider transaction did Clear Secure (YOU) disclose for EVP, Aviation Kyle McLaughlin?

Clear Secure disclosed that EVP, Aviation Kyle McLaughlin had RSUs vest into 9,192 shares of Class A Common Stock on September 1, 2026, with 4,693 shares withheld for taxes and 4,499 shares sold on September 3, 2026.

How many Clear Secure (YOU) shares did the executive sell and at what price?

Kyle McLaughlin sold 4,499 shares of Clear Secure Class A Common Stock on September 3, 2026, at a price of $44.47 per share in a sale described as an open market or private transaction.

Were the Clear Secure (YOU) insider transactions under a Rule 10b5-1 plan?

Yes. The filing states the September 3, 2026 sale of 4,499 shares was automatically effected pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted by Kyle McLaughlin on March 4, 2026, and the form-level Rule 10b5-1 checkbox is also marked.

What happened to the vested RSUs reported by Clear Secure (YOU)?

On September 1, 2026, 9,192 Restricted Stock Units vested, resulting in the issuance of the same number of Class A shares. The filing notes that 4,693 shares were automatically withheld to satisfy tax withholding obligations related to this vesting.

What type of securities were involved in the Clear Secure (YOU) Form 4?

The Form 4 reports transactions in Restricted Stock Units that vested into 9,192 shares of Class A Common Stock, as well as Class A Common Stock dispositions, including 4,693 shares withheld for taxes and a 4,499-share sale.

Does the Form 4 show any remaining RSU or derivative position for Clear Secure (YOU)’s EVP, Aviation?

The Form 4 lists a derivative transaction for 9,192 RSUs that were fully converted into Class A shares with 0 derivative units reported following the transaction; no additional derivative positions are shown in this filing.

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SEC Form 4

FORM 4

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940

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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).

X

Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.

1. Name and Address of Reporting Person^*

McLaughlin Kyle

(Last) (First) (Middle)

85 10TH AVENUE, 9TH FLR

(Street)

NEW YORK NEW YORK 10011

(City) (State) (Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)

2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
Clear Secure, Inc. [ YOU ]

5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)

	Director		10% Owner
X	Officer (give title below)		Other (specify below)
	EVP, Aviation

2a. Foreign Trading Symbol

3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
09/01/2026

6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)

X	Form filed by One Reporting Person
	Form filed by More than One Reporting Person

4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3)	2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)			5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4)	6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
			Code	V	Amount	(A) or (D)	Price
Class A Common Stock	09/01/2026		M		9,192	A	$0(1)	38,711	D
Class A Common Stock	09/01/2026		F(2)		4,693	D	$42.97	34,018	D
Class A Common Stock	09/03/2026		S(3)		4,499	D	$44.47	29,519	D

Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned (e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3)	2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security	3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)		6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)		7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4)		8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5)	9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4)	10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
				Code	V	(A)	(D)	Date Exercisable	Expiration Date	Title	Amount or Number of Shares
Restricted Stock Units	(1)	09/01/2026		M			9,192	(1)	(1)	Class A Common Stock	9,192	$0	0	D

Explanation of Responses:

1. This transaction reflects the issuance of shares following the vesting of restricted stock units ("RSUs"). Each RSU represents a contingent right to receive a share of Class A Common Stock of the Issuer, generally subject to the reporting person's continued service. One-third of the RSUs vested on each of September 1, 2024, 2025 and 2026.

2. Represents RSUs automatically withheld to satisfy tax withholding obligations in connection with the vesting of RSUs described in footnote 1, exempt under Rule 16b-3.

3. This transaction was automatically effected pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan previously adopted by the reporting person on March 4, 2026.

Remarks:

	/s/ Emma Barnett Bauman, Attorney-in-Fact	09/03/2026
	** Signature of Reporting Person	Date
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