The policy states that voice recordings submitted by users may be processed to train and improve ElevenLabs' AI models, subject to user account settings and applicable consent mechanisms.
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This provision authorizes the use of user-submitted voice audio for AI model training, which creates obligations under GDPR lawful basis requirements and may trigger biometric consent statutes in Illinois, Texas, and Washington if voice recordings are characterized as biometric identifiers under those frameworks.
Interpretive note: The policy's reference to 'applicable consent choices' does not specify whether consent is obtained through opt-in or opt-out mechanisms, and the characterization of voice recordings as biometric data under state law depends on jurisdiction-specific definitions and enforcement posture.
Language simplified and narrowed to focus on submitted recordings only; added explicit reference to 'account settings and applicable consent choices' providing user control over AI training use.
View full change record →Under this clause, voice audio submitted to the ElevenLabs platform may be retained and used to train AI models. The agreement indicates that account settings may allow users to adjust these preferences, and applicable consent requirements apply depending on jurisdiction.
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"We collect voice recordings and audio inputs you provide when using our Services. We may use voice data, including recordings you submit, to develop, train, and improve our AI models and voice synthesis technologies, subject to your account settings and applicable consent choices.Excerpt from ElevenLabs's Privacy Policy
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This provision authorizes the use of user-submitted voice audio for AI model training, which creates obligations under GDPR lawful basis requirements and may trigger biometric consent statutes in Illinois, Texas, and Washington if voice recordings are characterized as biometric identifiers under those frameworks.
Under this clause, voice audio submitted to the ElevenLabs platform may be retained and used to train AI models. The agreement indicates that account settings may allow users to adjust these preferences, and applicable consent requirements apply depending on jurisdiction.
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