The notice discloses that Amazon's physical retail locations may collect data about in-store customer activity using cameras, computer vision technology, sensors, and related tools.
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This provision establishes a legal basis for collecting biometric-adjacent behavioral data in physical retail environments, which may engage state biometric privacy statutes and consumer notification requirements depending on the jurisdiction of the physical store location.
The updated privacy notice explicitly discloses that Amazon uses machine learning and artificial intelligence to support and enhance customer experience, including developing and deploying generative AI models and services. Under the revised policy, your personal information may be used for these AI development purposes. Amazon added a reference to its Generative AI Development Disclosure for additional details on how data is used in this context. You can review the Generative AI Development Disclosure linked in the updated privacy notice for more specific information about AI model development.
View change record →⚠ In-store activity data collection via cameras, computer vision, and sensors will apply as stated during any visit to Amazon physical store locations.
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Compare across platforms →"Our physical stores may use cameras, computer vision, sensors, and other technology to gather information about your activity in the store, such as the products and services you interact with.Excerpt from Amazon Marketplace's Amazon Privacy Notice
1) REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: This provision may require evaluation under Illinois BIPA, which regulates collection of biometric identifiers and biometric information including facial geometry derived from images, enforced through private right of action with statutory damages.
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This provision establishes a legal basis for collecting biometric-adjacent behavioral data in physical retail environments, which may engage state biometric privacy statutes and consumer notification requirements depending on the jurisdiction of the physical store location.
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