Target updated its text message terms on March 23, 2026 to clarify how it handles SMS subscriber data and unsubscribe procedures. The company added a statement that it does not sell text message information to third parties for marketing, and replaced a detailed list of supported carriers with a simpler notice that carriers are not liable for message delays. The unsubscribe process now accepts variations of 'STOP' instead of only that word, and confirmation of unsubscribe is no longer guaranteed. Most significantly, Target now states it may share text message data with service providers to fulfill requests, whereas previously this sharing right was not explicitly stated.
Target clarified that it does not sell text message data to third parties for marketing purposes, which is a protective statement. However, the updated terms now explicitly state that Target may share this information with service providers to fulfill your requests, which was not clearly disclosed in the prior version. The practical effect depends on which service providers Target uses and their data practices. Additionally, Target no longer guarantees it will send you an unsubscribe confirmation when you text 'STOP', only that you may receive one.
The updated terms clarify that Target will not sell your text message data to third parties for marketing, which is protective. However, they also now explicitly authorize Target to share this data with service providers to fulfill your requests, which expands the disclosed scope of data handling. Additionally, you are no longer guaranteed to receive confirmation when you unsubscribe via SMS.
→ Your text message data may be shared with Target's service providers without additional notification.
→ You will not receive a confirmation text when you unsubscribe, making it unclear whether your opt-out was processed.
Target explicitly states it does not sell text message subscriber data to third parties for marketing purposes, clarifying a privacy boundary.
Target now explicitly permits sharing of text message information with service providers to contact users and fulfill requests, expanding the disclosed scope of data handling.
Changed from 'will send' to 'may send' an SMS confirmation when you opt out, making confirmation discretionary rather than mandatory.
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Target can now clearly share your text message information with the companies that help it send and manage messages on its behalf.
You are no longer guaranteed to receive a confirmation text when you unsubscribe from Target's SMS list.
Target revised its mobile terms to address data-sharing transparency and operational procedures. The change adds a non-sale assertion regarding text message data, which aligns with consumer protection norms but does not create new statutory obligation. The expanded disclosure that Target may share subscriber information with service providers to fulfill customer requests is now explicit, whereas it was implicit or absent before. This change modernizes disclosures and reduces ambiguity around service provider involvement. No major regulatory gap appears created; however, organizations relying on Target as a vendor should confirm their own privacy disclosures and data processing agreements account for this practice. The change to unsubscribe confirmation language reduces operational burden on Target but may create minor TCPA compliance considerations depending on how 'may send' is implemented.
FTC (unfair or deceptive practices under the FTC Act, Section 5), TCPA (Telephone Consumer Protection Act regarding opt-out procedures and confirmation)
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