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Sensitive Health and Biometric Data Collection

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Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

This clause establishes the scope of health data collection and permitted uses within the service ecosystem. It defines both the categories of sensitive personal health information subject to collection and the authorization for sharing such data with third-party service providers, which extends processing beyond Garmin's direct control.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Users who utilize Garmin devices and apps operate under terms that authorize collection and processing of sensitive health and biometric data. The provision permits sharing of this data with third-party service providers, meaning health information extends beyond Garmin's systems to external entities involved in service delivery.

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▸ View Original Clause Language DOCUMENT RECORD
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Garmin collects health and wellness data including heart rate, sleep data, stress levels, menstrual cycle information, and other biometric information through Garmin devices and apps such as Garmin Connect. This data is used to provide health and fitness features and may be shared with third-party service providers who assist in delivering these services.

— Excerpt from Garmin's Garmin Privacy Statement

Applicable regulations

BIPA
Illinois, USA
CCPA/CPRA
California, USA
Connecticut Data Privacy Act Amendments
US-CT
CAN-SPAM
United States Federal
ePrivacy Directive
European Union
FTC Act Section 5
United States Federal
GDPR
European Union
HIPAA
United States Federal
Indiana Consumer Data Protection Act
US-IN
Kentucky Consumer Data Protection Act
US-KY
UK GDPR
United Kingdom
Universal Opt-Out Mechanism Expansion 2026
US

Provision details

Document information
Document
Garmin Privacy Statement
Entity
Garmin
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
May 8, 2026
Last verified
May 11, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-006931
Document ID
CA-D-00274
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
3a2b2ed8f215b9045d68b47094629a426b4edde1ad52c9be6b8dcee1a05f474c
Analysis generated
May 8, 2026 15:11 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: Garmin
Document: Garmin Privacy Statement
Record ID: CA-P-006931
Captured: 2026-05-08 15:11:48 UTC
SHA-256: 3a2b2ed8f215b904…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/garmin/garmin-privacy-statement/sensitive-health-and-biometric-data-collection/
Accessed: May 20, 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 Garmin's Sensitive Health and Biometric Data Collection clause do?

This clause establishes the scope of health data collection and permitted uses within the service ecosystem. It defines both the categories of sensitive personal health information subject to collection and the authorization for sharing such data with third-party service providers, which extends processing beyond Garmin's direct control.

How does this clause affect you?

Users who utilize Garmin devices and apps operate under terms that authorize collection and processing of sensitive health and biometric data. The provision permits sharing of this data with third-party service providers, meaning health information extends beyond Garmin's systems to external entities involved in service delivery.

Is ConductAtlas affiliated with Garmin?

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