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Precise geolocation collection enables location-tagged content functionality and supports the core BeReal feature mechanics, while also enabling location-based analytics and service operations.
Users who take BeReals and use location-dependent features operate under terms that authorize continuous collection and retention of GPS coordinates tied to their posts. Users cannot use these features without enabling this data collection mechanism.
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Geolocation data: Such as Global Positioning System ("GPS"), which we may collect with your consent if you have an account for financial Services, and IP-based geolocation data during your user experience or based on your mobile application settings. [...] If you agree to let us track your precise g...
We collect precise location data from your mobile device when you use our platform, including when the app is running in the foreground or background, to facilitate delivery services, improve our platform, and for other purposes described in this Privacy Policy. We treat precise geolocation as sensi...
Uber collects precise or approximate location data from riders' and order recipients' mobile devices when the Uber app is running in the foreground (app open and on-screen) or background (app open but not on-screen) of their device. Uber collects this data from the time a ride or order is requested ...
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"We collect precise location data when you use certain features of the app, including when you take a BeReal. This includes GPS coordinates associated with your posts. We may also derive your approximate location from your IP address.— Excerpt from BeReal's BeReal Privacy Policy
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Precise geolocation collection enables location-tagged content functionality and supports the core BeReal feature mechanics, while also enabling location-based analytics and service operations.
Users who take BeReals and use location-dependent features operate under terms that authorize continuous collection and retention of GPS coordinates tied to their posts. Users cannot use these features without enabling this data collection mechanism.
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