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The provision defines the scope of data collection authorized under the Apple Privacy Policy and specifies which data categories require affirmative consent versus those collected through standard service operations. This establishes the baseline data flows across Apple's ecosystem and clarifies permission requirements for sensitive data categories.
Users who create accounts, make purchases, or use Apple services authorize collection of account details, device usage patterns, and service interaction data as stated. Health and precise location data collection is conditioned on explicit permission, while other categories are collected through standard service use.
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"By clicking 'Next', you are indicating that you have read and agree to the TERMS OF USE AND PRIVACY POLICY"
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Location data. Data about your device's location, which can be either precise or imprecise. For example, we collect location data using Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) (e.g., GPS) and data about nearby cell towers and Wi-Fi hotspots. Location can also be inferred from a device's IP address...
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"The personal data Apple collects depends on how you use Apple devices and services. When you create an Apple Account, apply for financing, make a purchase, download a software update, connect to our services, contact us (including by social media), or otherwise interact with Apple, we collect a variety of information, including: Account information. Your Apple Account and related account details, including email address, devices registered, account status, and age. Device and usage data. Data about your Apple devices and how you use Apple software and services... Health information. Data relating to the health features of Apple software and devices, including, with your permission, health and fitness information that you provide or that is gathered from the device... Location information. Precise location only with your permission — for example, for features like Find My or Maps.— Excerpt from Apple App Store's Apple Privacy Policy
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The provision defines the scope of data collection authorized under the Apple Privacy Policy and specifies which data categories require affirmative consent versus those collected through standard service operations. This establishes the baseline data flows across Apple's ecosystem and clarifies permission requirements for sensitive data categories.
Users who create accounts, make purchases, or use Apple services authorize collection of account details, device usage patterns, and service interaction data as stated. Health and precise location data collection is conditioned on explicit permission, while other categories are collected through standard service use.
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