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Data Collection and Privacy Practices

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Document Record

What it is

BeReal collects personal data including photos, location information, device data, and usage information as part of providing the service, and this data may be shared with third parties including analytics providers and advertising partners.

This analysis describes what BeReal's agreement states, permits, or reserves. It does not constitute a legal determination about enforceability. Regulatory applicability and practical outcomes may vary by jurisdiction, enforcement context, and individual circumstances. Read our methodology

ConductAtlas Analysis

Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

BeReal's core product involves capturing dual-camera photos at random moments, which means the app regularly collects images of your face and surroundings, and the terms govern how that sensitive data is used and shared.

Interpretive note: The specific data collection disclosures are contained in BeReal's Privacy Policy rather than the Terms of Service; the exact terms text is not available in the truncated HTML, and this analysis reflects publicly known BeReal data practices and applicable regulatory requirements.

Clause Stability Stable

0
Changes
5
Months Monitored
May 10, 2026
First Seen
May 22, 2026
Last Seen
This clause type exists across 5149 other provisions on other platforms.

Change history

removed Aug 1, 2026

The removal of explicit data collection and privacy practices provisions from the Terms of Service may indicate these details have been relocated to a separate Privacy Policy document, which is a common practice but represents less transparency in the primary terms document.

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added May 19, 2026

This new high-severity provision explicitly addresses data collection and privacy practices, reflecting increased focus on user data protection and transparency requirements.

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Consumer impact (what this means for users)

By using BeReal, you consent to the collection of photos, location data, and other personal information; EU users have rights to access, correct, and delete this data under GDPR, while California users have similar rights under CCPA.

What you can do

⚠️ These actions may provide transparency or partial mitigation but may not fully address the underlying issue. Effectiveness varies by jurisdiction and individual circumstances.
  • Delete Your Data
    Submit a data deletion or access request to privacy@bereal.com. EU users can invoke GDPR rights including the right to erasure. California users can submit a CCPA deletion request through the same contact. Include your account email and specify the type of request.

How other platforms handle this

Square Medium

to request that your data be transferred to a third party (data portability)

Google Cloud Medium

Your organization may allow you to access and export your data in order to back it up or transfer it to a service outside of Google.

Roblox Medium

To stop us collecting your location information, you can update your device settings, stop using the Service, or uninstall our mobile apps.

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ConductAtlas Analysis

Institutional analysis (regulatory & governance intelligence)

(1) REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: Data collection practices engage GDPR for EU and EEA users (with the CNIL as lead supervisory authority), CCPA and CPRA for California residents, COPPA for users under 13 in the US, and …

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Enforcement risk, jurisdiction flags, contract triggers, and due diligence action items.

Applicable agencies

  • Federal Trade Commission (ftc)
    Oversees unfair or deceptive business practices and can investigate companies that mislead consumers about data collection, sharing, or use.
    Who can file: Anyone affected by the company's practices (US or international)
    What you need: Your account details, a timeline of relevant events, and a description of the specific issue
    What to expect: Complaints inform FTC enforcement priorities and investigations but do not result in individual resolution or compensation
    File a complaint →

Applicable regulations

CCPA/CPRA
California, USA
COPPA
United States Federal
Connecticut Data Privacy Act Amendments
US-CT
CAN-SPAM
United States Federal
FTC Act Section 5
United States Federal
GDPR
European Union
Indiana Consumer Data Protection Act
US-IN
Kentucky Consumer Data Protection Act
US-KY
Universal Opt-Out Mechanism Expansion 2026
US
VPPA
United States Federal

Provision details

Document information
Document
BeReal Terms of Service
Entity
BeReal
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
May 7, 2026
Last verified
May 10, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-008453
Document ID
CA-D-00249
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
8536860b5dda6f3bcc281f4f37d645177025fe87b1e0a8805aa9a55f05b2ce3d
Analysis generated
May 7, 2026 19:32 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: BeReal
Document: BeReal Terms of Service
Record ID: CA-P-008453
Captured: 2026-05-07 19:32:33 UTC
SHA-256: 8536860b5dda6f3b…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/bereal/bereal-terms-of-service/provision/CA-P-008453/data-collection-and-privacy-practices/
Accessed: Sept. 8, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
Classification
Severity
High
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does BeReal's Data Collection and Privacy Practices clause do?

BeReal's core product involves capturing dual-camera photos at random moments, which means the app regularly collects images of your face and surroundings, and the terms govern how that sensitive data is used and shared.

How does this clause affect you?

By using BeReal, you consent to the collection of photos, location data, and other personal information; EU users have rights to access, correct, and delete this data under GDPR, while California users have similar rights under CCPA.

How many platforms have this type of clause?

ConductAtlas has identified this type of provision across 290 platforms. See the full comparison.

Is ConductAtlas affiliated with BeReal?

No. ConductAtlas is an independent monitoring service. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by BeReal.