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Cookies and Do Not Track Non-Response

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What it is

Glean's websites collect browser type, IP address, and clickstream behavior through cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies, and the statement discloses that Do Not Track signals from browsers are not currently honored.

This analysis describes what Glean's agreement states, permits, or reserves. It does not constitute a legal determination about enforceability. Regulatory applicability and practical outcomes may vary by jurisdiction, enforcement context, and individual circumstances. Read our methodology

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Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

The explicit non-response to Do Not Track signals is a disclosed operational practice; compliance teams in California should evaluate this against CPRA's requirements regarding user preference signals, noting that CPRA requires honoring opt-out preference signals under regulations that may apply to this context.

Interpretive note: The extent to which Do Not Track non-response conflicts with CPRA global privacy control requirements depends on evolving California Privacy Protection Agency regulatory guidance and enforcement interpretation.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Under this clause, browsing activity including IP address and clickstream behavior is collected through cookies and web technologies; the statement discloses that Do Not Track browser signals are not recognized, which is relevant to users relying on browser-level privacy controls.

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We use cookies, embedded web links, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect standard information your browser sends, including browser type, IP address, and clickstream behavior, in order to improve usability, performance, and content relevance. Our websites do not currently recognize or respond to 'Do Not Track' signals from browsers. If this changes, we will update this Privacy Statement accordingly.

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Institutional analysis (regulatory & governance intelligence)

1) REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: This provision implicates CCPA/CPRA (including California Privacy Protection Agency regulations on universal opt-out mechanisms), the EU ePrivacy Directive (Cookie Directive) as applied in EU member states, and FTC guidance on online behavioral …

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Applicable agencies

  • Federal Trade Commission (ftc)
    Oversees unfair or deceptive business practices and can investigate companies that mislead consumers about data collection, sharing, or use.
    Who can file: Anyone affected by the company's practices (US or international)
    What you need: Your account details, a timeline of relevant events, and a description of the specific issue
    What to expect: Complaints inform FTC enforcement priorities and investigations but do not result in individual resolution or compensation
    File a complaint →
  • 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 — 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

Provision details

Document information
Document
Glean Privacy Policy
Entity
Glean
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
July 9, 2026
Last verified
July 9, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-015536
Document ID
CA-D-00505
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
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Content hash (SHA-256)
6f01b253c1c086bf482db0c0a7d69e0fb0af8ac9a18cb796aaa230928d7e99c5
Analysis generated
July 9, 2026 08:12 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: Glean
Document: Glean Privacy Policy
Record ID: CA-P-015536
Captured: 2026-07-09 08:12:17 UTC
SHA-256: 6f01b253c1c086bf…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/glean/glean-privacy-policy/provision/CA-P-015536/cookies-and-do-not-track-non-response/
Accessed: Sept. 13, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Glean's Cookies and Do Not Track Non-Response clause do?

The explicit non-response to Do Not Track signals is a disclosed operational practice; compliance teams in California should evaluate this against CPRA's requirements regarding user preference signals, noting that CPRA requires honoring opt-out preference signals under regulations that may apply to this context.

How does this clause affect you?

Under this clause, browsing activity including IP address and clickstream behavior is collected through cookies and web technologies; the statement discloses that Do Not Track browser signals are not recognized, which is relevant to users relying on browser-level privacy controls.

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