This provision discloses that Duolingo's website places targeting cookies from Google, Meta, Amazon, and unspecified other companies, which those companies may use to track user activity across multiple websites for personalized advertising purposes.
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This provision establishes that cross-site behavioral tracking occurs through third-party cookies placed by named advertising platforms, and that users in the EU and UK are opted out of personalized advertising by default while users in other jurisdictions must actively opt out.
The updated policy removes explicit language stating that Android users and website users are not subject to audio collection for product improvement purposes. Previously, the policy authorized audio collection only from iOS users, with an explicit carve-out for Android and web users. The revised language now states that all users may choose not to share audio within app Settings, suggesting audio collection may now occur across all platforms unless the opt-out mechanism is used. The practical operational effect of this change depends on whether Duolingo implements audio collection on Android and web platforms, which the policy change does not explicitly confirm. You can decline audio sharing for product improvement by adjusting the setting within the app.
View change record →Under this provision, Duolingo's website places targeting cookies from Google, Meta, Amazon, and other companies that may track browsing activity across multiple websites. Users can manage or reject these cookies through the Duolingo Privacy Preference Center or opt out of personalized advertising in app Settings.
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Compare across platforms →"Please note that our cookies include Targeting Cookies from Google, Meta, Amazon, and other companies, which these companies may use to track your activities across multiple websites to deliver personalized advertising to you.Excerpt from Duolingo's Privacy Policy
1) REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: This provision implicates the EU ePrivacy Directive (Cookie Law) and GDPR consent requirements for EU and EEA users, requiring prior informed consent before placing non-essential tracking cookies.
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This provision establishes that cross-site behavioral tracking occurs through third-party cookies placed by named advertising platforms, and that users in the EU and UK are opted out of personalized advertising by default while users in other jurisdictions must actively opt out.
Under this provision, Duolingo's website places targeting cookies from Google, Meta, Amazon, and other companies that may track browsing activity across multiple websites. Users can manage or reject these cookies through the Duolingo Privacy Preference Center or opt out of personalized advertising in app Settings.
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