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Sensor and Acoustic Data Collection from Robotic Products

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What it is

The policy discloses that Boston Dynamics collects sensor data including images and acoustic data, product identifying information, and performance and fault data from deployed robotic products such as Spot and Stretch, with full data practices for those products addressed in separately linked product-specific privacy notices.

This analysis describes what Boston Dynamics'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

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Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

This provision establishes that data collection from deployed robotic systems extends to images and acoustic data, categories that may capture individuals in operational environments; the full scope of collection, processing, and retention for these data types is not contained within this general policy but is deferred to separate product-specific notices that must be reviewed independently.

Interpretive note: The full scope of sensor data collection, retention, and sharing practices is deferred to separately linked product-specific notices not reproduced in this document, limiting complete assessment of this provision.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

This provision establishes that individuals present in environments where Spot or Stretch robots operate may have images or acoustic data collected as part of service and performance logging. The agreement directs users to separate product-specific privacy notices for the full scope of these data practices.

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
    Email privacy@bostondynamics.com with your full name, address, customer or matter reference number, proof of identity, and a description of the data deletion or blocking right you wish to exercise regarding sensor or acoustic data collected from robotic products.

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service and performance logs and other information received for products we provide to you that include images or acoustic data (see our Spot robot privacy notice here and our Stretch privacy notice here). service and performance logs and information for products we provide to you (information includes sensor data (including images and acoustic data), product identifying information, product performance information, including faults and safety-related information

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Institutional analysis (regulatory & governance intelligence)

1) REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: Collection of images and acoustic data from deployed robots in commercial or industrial environments may engage GDPR provisions on biometric or sensitive data depending on whether individuals are identifiable from captured data, …

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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 →
  • State Attorney General
    State AGs in California, New York, Texas, and other states can investigate violations of state consumer protection and privacy laws, including CCPA (California), SHIELD Act (New York), and equivalents.
    Who can file: Residents of states with comprehensive privacy laws — primarily California, Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, and Utah
    What you need: Evidence of the violation, explanation of how your state rights were affected, and your account or contact information with the company
    What to expect: Outcomes vary by state. May result in investigation, enforcement action, or requirement for the company to change practices. No direct individual compensation in most cases.

    Search "[your state] attorney general consumer complaint" to find your state's direct complaint form

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Document information
Document
Boston Dynamics Privacy Policy
Entity
Boston Dynamics
Document last updated
July 5, 2026
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First tracked
July 5, 2026
Last verified
July 9, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-015463
Document ID
CA-D-00909
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July 5, 2026 02:31 UTC
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Entity: Boston Dynamics
Document: Boston Dynamics Privacy Policy
Record ID: CA-P-015463
Captured: 2026-07-05 02:31:38 UTC
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URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/boston-dynamics/boston-dynamics-privacy-policy/provision/CA-P-015463/sensor-and-acoustic-data-collection-from-robotic-products/
Accessed: Sept. 21, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Boston Dynamics's Sensor and Acoustic Data Collection from Robotic Products clause do?

This provision establishes that data collection from deployed robotic systems extends to images and acoustic data, categories that may capture individuals in operational environments; the full scope of collection, processing, and retention for these data types is not contained within this general policy but is deferred to separate product-specific notices that must be reviewed independently.

How does this clause affect you?

This provision establishes that individuals present in environments where Spot or Stretch robots operate may have images or acoustic data collected as part of service and performance logging. The agreement directs users to separate product-specific privacy notices for the full scope of these data practices.

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