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This clause allocates responsibility by defining the boundaries of Ford's data governance obligations. It establishes that data collection or sharing conducted by third parties through linked services falls outside Ford's control and privacy policy coverage, even when accessed through Ford's digital properties.
The updated privacy policy effective January 16, 2026 modifies how Ford will notify you if it makes material changes to this policy. Previously, the language stated Ford would provide notice to enable you to exercise rights regarding your personal information. The revised language now states notice will be provided 'as may be required by law,' meaning Ford's obligation to notify you depends on applicable legal requirements rather than a contractual commitment to advance notice. Additionally, the policy clarifies connected vehicle data sharing icons and descriptions to better explain when Vehicle Data, Vehicle Location, and Driving Data are being transmitted from your vehicle.
View change record →The updated privacy policy establishes a more structured disclosure framework with explicit California privacy rights information and cookie consent management. The revised terms now route California residents to supplemental privacy notices that explain collection practices and provide mechanisms to exercise privacy rights. The removal of specific language describing customer review collection processes and dealership moderation standards means these details are now consolidated into the main privacy notice rather than appearing in review-specific sections. You can access California-specific privacy rights and consent options through the links provided in the updated privacy notice.
View change record →Users who click third-party links or enable connections accessed through Ford websites may have their data collected or shared by those third parties according to their respective privacy policies rather than Ford's policy. The provision clarifies that Ford's privacy commitments do not extend to third-party data handling practices.
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"Our websites may contain links to third-party websites, plug-ins, and applications. Clicking on those links or enabling those connections may allow third parties to collect or share data about you. We do not control these third-party websites and are not responsible for their privacy statements.— Excerpt from Ford's Ford Privacy Policy
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This clause allocates responsibility by defining the boundaries of Ford's data governance obligations. It establishes that data collection or sharing conducted by third parties through linked services falls outside Ford's control and privacy policy coverage, even when accessed through Ford's digital properties.
Users who click third-party links or enable connections accessed through Ford websites may have their data collected or shared by those third parties according to their respective privacy policies rather than Ford's policy. The provision clarifies that Ford's privacy commitments do not extend to third-party data handling practices.
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