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Policy Change Notification

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What it is

Character.AI may update this privacy policy at any time and will notify users of material changes via email or website posting; continued use of the service constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

This analysis describes what Character.AI'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 clause establishes the procedural framework for policy modifications and specifies the notification mechanism the entity will use to communicate material changes, creating an operational structure for Policy evolution and user awareness.

Clause Stability Stable

0
Changes
5
Months Monitored
Apr 3, 2026
First Seen
Apr 17, 2026
Last Seen
This clause type exists across 1366 other provisions on other platforms.

Change history

removed Jun 16, 2026

Removal of policy change notification provision reduces user rights to be informed about updates to privacy practices.

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Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Users who do not actively monitor policy change notifications may unknowingly consent to material changes in how their data is used, including expanded data sharing or new AI training uses.

How other platforms handle this

Squarespace Medium

If we make material changes to it or the ways we process your information, we'll notify you (by, for example, prominently posting a notice of the changes on our sites before they take effect or directly sending you a notification).

Uniswap Medium

If we make material changes to this Policy, we will notify you via the Services.

Discord Medium

We will update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We always indicate the date the last changes were published, and if changes are significant, we'll provide a more prominent notice as required by law...

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We may update this Policy from time to time. We will indicate the date of the most recent update in this Policy. If we make a material change to the Policy, you will be provided with appropriate notice in accordance with legal requirements such as by email or prominent posting on our website or mobile application.

Excerpt from Character.AI's Privacy Policy

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Institutional analysis (regulatory & governance intelligence)

Implied consent via continued use is insufficient under GDPR for processing activities requiring explicit consent under Article 6 or 9; any material change to processing purposes requires fresh consent or a new legitimate interests assessment.

Insight

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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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Provision details

Document information
Document
Character.ai Privacy Policy
Entity
Character.AI
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
March 15, 2026
Last verified
March 15, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-000793
Document ID
CA-D-00120
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
c4612fcf5ecfaf839b4734f75a403d8fb38f242ba7702f7ae784610b0f42146f
Analysis generated
March 15, 2026 11:12 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: Character.AI
Document: Character.ai Privacy Policy
Record ID: CA-P-000793
Captured: 2026-03-15 11:12:54 UTC
SHA-256: c4612fcf5ecfaf83…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/characterai/characterai-privacy-policy/provision/CA-P-000793/policy-change-notification/
Accessed: Sept. 8, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
Classification
Severity
Medium
Categories

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Character.AI's Policy Change Notification clause do?

This clause establishes the procedural framework for policy modifications and specifies the notification mechanism the entity will use to communicate material changes, creating an operational structure for Policy evolution and user awareness.

How does this clause affect you?

Users who do not actively monitor policy change notifications may unknowingly consent to material changes in how their data is used, including expanded data sharing or new AI training uses.

How many platforms have this type of clause?

ConductAtlas has identified this type of provision across 289 platforms. See the full comparison.

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