If your account address is outdated or incorrect, you may be subject to the wrong agreement version, potentially affecting your legal rights and protections.
Consumer impact
Gemini applies different contractual terms to users depending on their U.S. state of residence, meaning your legal rights and obligations may differ significantly from those of users in other states. Residents of Idaho, Louisiana, New York, Ohio, and Texas are subject to a distinct agreement compared to those in all other listed states and territories. You can verify which agreement applies to you by checking the address listed on your Gemini account profile.
What you can do
β οΈ These actions may provide transparency or partial mitigation but may not fully address the underlying issue. Effectiveness varies by jurisdiction and individual circumstances.
Export Your Data
Log in to your Gemini account and navigate to account settings. Verify that the address on file correctly reflects your current state of residence. Update if necessary to ensure the correct User Agreement version applies to your account.
Applicable agencies
State Attorney General
State AGs in California, New York, Texas, and other states can investigate violations of state consumer protection and privacy laws, including CCPA (California), SHIELD Act (New York), and equivalents.
Who can file: Residents of states with comprehensive privacy laws β primarily California, Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, and Utah
What you need: Evidence of the violation, explanation of how your state rights were affected, and your account or contact information with the company
What to expect: Outcomes vary by state. May result in investigation, enforcement action, or requirement for the company to change practices. No direct individual compensation in most cases.
Search "[your state] attorney general consumer complaint" to find your state's direct complaint form