Medium removed a subscription call-to-action from its privacy policy and replaced it with an explanation of the legitimate interests basis for a feature that helps users connect with people they know. The removed language included 'Subscribe', 'Remember me for faster sign in', and originally accompanied the same legitimate interests justification. The updated policy now leads with the legitimate interests rationale without the subscription prompt.
The updated privacy policy removes a subscription prompt that previously appeared alongside a legitimate interests disclosure. The policy now leads directly with Medium's rationale for a feature designed to help users connect with people they know, grounded in legitimate interests and the company's mission to support freedom of expression. This is a presentational change; it does not alter what data is collected, how it is used, or what rights users have under the policy.
The updated policy removes a subscription prompt and clarifies the legitimate interests justification for a feature that facilitates user connections. This is a presentational refinement that maintains transparency about the feature's purpose and legal basis without altering the underlying data processing practices or user rights.
Retains and clarifies Medium's rationale for a feature that helps users connect with people they know based on legitimate interests in supporting freedom of expression.
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Medium removed a subscription call-to-action from its privacy policy and consolidated the remaining text around a legitimate interests justification for a user connection feature. This is a formatting and presentational change with no material alteration to data processing practices, user rights, or privacy obligations. The legitimate interests rationale itself remains unchanged. No compliance action is required.
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