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Cookie and Tracking Technologies

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What it is

Databricks automatically collects technical information about your device and how you use its websites through cookies and tracking pixels, including your IP address and browsing behavior on Databricks properties.

This analysis describes what Databricks'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)

Cookie and tracking data can be used for behavioral advertising and analytics, and under GDPR and many US state laws, you have the right to consent to or reject non-essential tracking before it occurs.

Interpretive note: The adequacy of Databricks' cookie consent implementation for EU/EEA users cannot be fully assessed from the notice text alone and depends on the operational configuration of the OneTrust consent tool.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

When you visit Databricks websites, tracking technologies may automatically collect your device and behavioral data, including your IP address and page interactions; you can manage cookie preferences through the consent tool on the Databricks website.

How other platforms handle this

Tinder Medium

If you choose to reveal any personal information about yourself to other users, you do so at your own risk. We strongly encourage you to use caution in disclosing any personal information online.

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.

Square Medium

to object to profiling activities based on our own legitimate interests

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We use cookies, web beacons, pixel tags, and similar technologies to automatically collect certain information from your device when you use our websites or interact with our emails. This information may include your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URL, and information about how you interact with our websites.

Excerpt from Databricks's Privacy Notice

ConductAtlas Analysis

Institutional analysis (regulatory & governance intelligence)

REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: Cookie and tracking technology use engages the EU ePrivacy Directive (implemented via national laws) and GDPR, requiring prior informed consent for non-essential cookies for EU/EEA users, enforced by national data protection authorities.

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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 →

Applicable regulations

EU AI Act
European Union
CCPA/CPRA
California, USA
Connecticut Data Privacy Act Amendments
US-CT
FTC Act Section 5
United States Federal
GDPR
European Union
Indiana Consumer Data Protection Act
US-IN
Kentucky Consumer Data Protection Act
US-KY
Universal Opt-Out Mechanism Expansion 2026
US

Provision details

Document information
Document
Databricks Privacy Notice
Entity
Databricks
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
May 10, 2026
Last verified
May 10, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-009273
Document ID
CA-D-00458
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
8ad61e5a97ddff750d7e35a7ef5319c80767171ee7a2438e8fab48db3b504829
Analysis generated
May 10, 2026 16:34 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: Databricks
Document: Databricks Privacy Notice
Record ID: CA-P-009273
Captured: 2026-05-10 16:34:42 UTC
SHA-256: 8ad61e5a97ddff75…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/databricks/databricks-privacy-notice/provision/CA-P-009273/cookie-and-tracking-technologies/
Accessed: Sept. 13, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Databricks's Cookie and Tracking Technologies clause do?

Cookie and tracking data can be used for behavioral advertising and analytics, and under GDPR and many US state laws, you have the right to consent to or reject non-essential tracking before it occurs.

How does this clause affect you?

When you visit Databricks websites, tracking technologies may automatically collect your device and behavioral data, including your IP address and page interactions; you can manage cookie preferences through the consent tool on the Databricks website.

How many platforms have this type of clause?

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

Is ConductAtlas affiliated with Databricks?

No. ConductAtlas is an independent monitoring service. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Databricks.