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Free-Tier Translation Input Used for AI Model Training

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What it is

The policy states that translation inputs submitted by free-tier users may be used to train and improve DeepL's AI systems, while paid subscribers' inputs are deleted after translation and not used for training.

This analysis describes what DeepL'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)

This provision establishes a material operational distinction between free and paid service tiers with respect to how submitted text and document content is processed beyond the immediate translation request. Organizations and individuals transmitting sensitive, confidential, or proprietary content through the free service tier should be aware that the policy authorizes this training use.

Clause Stability Stable

0
Changes
3
Months Monitored
May 9, 2026
First Seen
May 22, 2026
Last Seen
This clause type exists across 5149 other provisions on other platforms.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Under this provision, translation inputs submitted via the free DeepL service may be retained and processed to improve DeepL's machine learning models. The agreement states that paid DeepL Pro users are not subject to this training use and have their inputs deleted post-translation.

What you can do

⚠️ These actions may provide transparency or partial mitigation but may not fully address the underlying issue. Effectiveness varies by jurisdiction and individual circumstances.
  • Cancel Subscription
    To avoid free-tier training data use, upgrade to a DeepL Pro paid subscription at deepl.com/en/pro, which the policy states excludes translation inputs from training use and deletes them after translation.

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▸ View Original Clause Language DOCUMENT RECORD
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If you use the free version of our services, the text and documents you submit for translation may be used by DeepL to improve our translation systems. If you use the paid version of our services (DeepL Pro), the text and documents you submit for translation will not be used to improve our translation systems and will be deleted after the translation is complete.

Excerpt from DeepL's Privacy Policy

ConductAtlas Analysis

Institutional analysis (regulatory & governance intelligence)

1) REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: This provision implicates GDPR Articles 5, 6, and 13, which require that the legal basis for processing and the purposes of processing be clearly disclosed to data subjects.

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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

EU AI Act
European Union
CCPA/CPRA
California, USA
Colorado AI Act
US-CO
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
VPPA
United States Federal

Provision details

Document information
Document
DeepL Privacy Policy
Entity
DeepL
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
May 20, 2026
Last verified
May 20, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-007201
Document ID
CA-D-00448
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
f487db6bc52a774426e9a5a9985429409c493cc7fa7aa2abe357b0f97b7569b8
Analysis generated
May 20, 2026 18:50 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: DeepL
Document: DeepL Privacy Policy
Record ID: CA-P-007201
Captured: 2026-05-20 18:50:51 UTC
SHA-256: f487db6bc52a7744…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/deepl/deepl-privacy-policy/provision/CA-P-007201/free-tier-translation-input-used-for-ai-model-training/
Accessed: Aug. 26, 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 DeepL's Free-Tier Translation Input Used for AI Model Training clause do?

This provision establishes a material operational distinction between free and paid service tiers with respect to how submitted text and document content is processed beyond the immediate translation request. Organizations and individuals transmitting sensitive, confidential, or proprietary content through the free service tier should be aware that the policy authorizes this training use.

How does this clause affect you?

Under this provision, translation inputs submitted via the free DeepL service may be retained and processed to improve DeepL's machine learning models. The agreement states that paid DeepL Pro users are not subject to this training use and have their inputs deleted post-translation.

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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