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Information shared in merger or acquisition event

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This analysis describes what Canva'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)

User information may be disclosed to third parties — and potentially sold — even before a corporate transaction is completed, including during preliminary due diligence processes.

Recent Activity

This document changed recently

High May 14, 2026

The updated privacy policy no longer explicitly discloses that Canva uses cookies to personalize ads, analyze website performance, or tailor content on partner sites. Previously, the policy stated these purposes and directed users to the cookie policy for more information and choice. The revised policy now mentions only that essential cookies are used to make Canva work. This change removes transparency about non-essential cookie uses and eliminates the cookie consent interface (Accept all cookies / Manage cookies buttons) that was previously presented in the privacy policy document itself.

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Medium May 5, 2026

The updated privacy policy no longer includes explicit language describing Canva's use of non-essential cookies for personalization, advertising tailoring, and website analytics. Previously, the policy stated that Canva would use these cookies only if users accepted. The removal of this disclosure means the policy no longer clearly explains these cookie categories or presents a consent interaction for non-essential cookies at the point where this information was previously disclosed. Depending on applicable cookie law and Canva's implementation, users may need to consult additional documentation such as a separate cookie policy to understand how non-essential cookies are managed.

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High May 1, 2026

The updated privacy policy no longer explicitly discloses optional cookie uses or provides cookie preference controls on the privacy policy page itself. Previously, Canva stated it would use non-essential cookies for personalization, ad targeting, and analytics only if users accepted, and offered 'Accept all cookies' and 'Manage cookies' options. The removal of this disclosure and consent mechanism may affect how users understand cookie practices and when consent is obtained. Users who previously accessed cookie preferences through the privacy policy will need to locate these controls elsewhere on the Canva platform if they remain available.

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Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Your information may be shared with, sold to, or transferred to third parties if Canva is involved in a merger, acquisition, financing, asset sale, bankruptcy, or insolvency, even at the due diligence stage.

How other platforms handle this

Ancestry Medium

Under Section 1798.83, Ancestry currently does not share any Personal Information with third parties for their own direct marketing purposes.

Google Gemini Medium

Gemini Apps may share your precise location data with another Google service, like Google Maps, to fulfill your request.

Public.com Medium

By using one of these tools, you agree that Public.com may transfer that information to the applicable third party service.

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▸ View Original Clause Language DOCUMENT RECORD
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Canva may also share, sell or transfer your information to third parties in connection with or contemplation of (including as part of the due diligence process) any merger, acquisition, reorganization, financing, sale of assets, bankruptcy or insolvency event involving Canva.

— Excerpt from Canva's Canva Privacy Policy

Applicable regulations

BIPA
Illinois, USA
CCPA/CPRA
California, USA
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
UK GDPR
United Kingdom
Universal Opt-Out Mechanism Expansion 2026
US

Provision details

Document information
Document
Canva Privacy Policy
Entity
Canva
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
May 11, 2026
Last verified
May 11, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-068685
Document ID
CA-D-00204
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
4608d013413fe0c49d9bac06799391e6496715c70027aec74677d661cbd6c89b
Analysis generated
May 11, 2026 23:11 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: Canva
Document: Canva Privacy Policy
Record ID: CA-P-068685
Captured: 2026-05-11 23:11:39 UTC
SHA-256: 4608d013413fe0c4…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/canva/canva-privacy-policy/provision/CA-P-068685/information-shared-in-merger-or-acquisition-event/
Accessed: July 12, 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 Canva's Information shared in merger or acquisition event clause do?

User information may be disclosed to third parties — and potentially sold — even before a corporate transaction is completed, including during preliminary due diligence processes.

How does this clause affect you?

Your information may be shared with, sold to, or transferred to third parties if Canva is involved in a merger, acquisition, financing, asset sale, bankruptcy, or insolvency, even at the due diligence stage.

How many platforms have this type of clause?

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