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Precise Geolocation Collection

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What it is

Cash App states it may collect the precise location of your device, including through your IP address and mobile device location data, with an option to disable precise geolocation collection in your device settings.

This analysis describes what Cash App'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)

Precise geolocation data is classified as sensitive personal information under the CCPA/CPRA and analogous state laws, and the policy states this data may be collected by default unless the user takes action to disable it at the device level.

Recent Activity

This document changed recently

Medium Apr 19, 2026

The updated policy establishes that children under 13 may use Cash App services if a parent or guardian signs up for or authorizes the account on their behalf. Previously, the policy explicitly prohibited any use by children under 13. The revised language clarifies that data deletion obligations apply when Cash App learns an account belongs to an unauthorized child under 13, but does not specify what happens to data from authorized child accounts or how parental oversight operates. A separate Privacy Notice for Children is referenced but not included in the change summary.

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Medium Apr 10, 2026

The revised policy shifts from prohibiting all children under 13 from using Cash App to permitting use when a parent or guardian explicitly authorizes or signs up for the service on the child's behalf. This creates a new lawful use path for families, but also establishes a distinction between authorized and unauthorized child accounts. The policy states that if a child under 13 operates an unauthorized account, Cash App will delete collected data upon discovery. Parents or guardians who authorize services should review the new Privacy Notice for Children for details on how child data is processed.

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Medium Mar 15, 2026

The updated terms state that children under 13 can no longer use Cash App, eliminating a path that previously existed for parents to authorize accounts on behalf of younger children. The revised language no longer references a separate Privacy Notice for Children, consolidating all child data handling disclosures into the main policy. If Cash App collects data and later learns it came from a child under 13, the policy requires deletion of that data, though the updated language broadens this obligation by removing the phrase 'for an unauthorized account', potentially extending deletion requirements beyond accounts that were never authorized.

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Clause Stability Stable

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Changes
5
Months Monitored
May 7, 2026
First Seen
May 22, 2026
Last Seen
This clause type exists across 5149 other provisions on other platforms.

Change history

modified Jun 5, 2026

Previous version had empty excerpt; current version now provides detailed description of precise geolocation collection and mentions opt-out mechanisms.

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Consumer impact (what this means for users)

The policy states that Cash App may collect precise geolocation information from your mobile device; users who wish to limit this collection can disable location permissions for Cash App in their device's privacy or location settings.

How other platforms handle this

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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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Skillshare Medium

When you are asked to provide information, you may decline to do so; but if you choose not to provide information that is necessary to provide some of our Services, you may not be able to use those Services.

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▸ View Original Clause Language DOCUMENT RECORD
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Geolocation Information. The location of your device, including your IP address and location of your network provider. This may include precise geolocation information. For more information and to learn how to disable collection of precise geolocation information from your mobile device, please see below.

Excerpt from Cash App's Privacy Policy

ConductAtlas Analysis

Institutional analysis (regulatory & governance intelligence)

1) REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: Precise geolocation data is classified as sensitive personal information under the CCPA/CPRA, requiring a separate opt-in consent for collection or a clear right to limit use, enforced by the California Privacy Protection …

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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
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Applicable regulations

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

Provision details

Document information
Document
Cash App Privacy Policy
Entity
Cash App
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
May 7, 2026
Last verified
May 12, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-004581
Document ID
CA-D-00076
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
4059d89cdc63408c5adcd690e82cb0b567a1b312f1966010d4ced9f9938b69c3
Analysis generated
May 7, 2026 06:31 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: Cash App
Document: Cash App Privacy Policy
Record ID: CA-P-004581
Captured: 2026-05-07 06:31:37 UTC
SHA-256: 4059d89cdc63408c…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/cash-app/cash-app-privacy-policy/provision/CA-P-004581/precise-geolocation-collection/
Accessed: Sept. 8, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
Classification
Severity
Medium
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Cash App's Precise Geolocation Collection clause do?

Precise geolocation data is classified as sensitive personal information under the CCPA/CPRA and analogous state laws, and the policy states this data may be collected by default unless the user takes action to disable it at the device level.

How does this clause affect you?

The policy states that Cash App may collect precise geolocation information from your mobile device; users who wish to limit this collection can disable location permissions for Cash App in their device's privacy or location settings.

How many platforms have this type of clause?

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

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