“Biometric information generated based on photos or videos you provide in order for us to verify your identity”
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Biometric data is among the most sensitive categories of personal information, and its collection for identity verification means Coinbase processes data that carries significant privacy implications.
Photos or videos you submit to Coinbase may be used to generate biometric information as part of the identity verification process.
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Biometric data is among the most sensitive categories of personal information, and its collection for identity verification means Coinbase processes data that carries significant privacy implications.
Photos or videos you submit to Coinbase may be used to generate biometric information as part of the identity verification process.
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