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Location and Device Data Collection

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Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

The clause establishes the scope and retention mechanism for data collection within the Gemini Apps service. It distinguishes between transactional data (conversations and shared content) and contextual data (location, device characteristics) while conditioning account-level storage on the user's Activity setting selection.

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Medium Apr 30, 2026

The updated notice now explicitly identifies Memory as a feature that operates on the basis of user consent, alongside Voice Match. The revised language removes prior geographic restrictions on personalization, meaning Gemini can now reference chat history to generate personalized insights for all users globally, not just those outside the EEA, Switzerland, and the UK. The removal of the statement 'Keep Activity must be on to use this feature' simplifies the operational requirement but does not establish a new obligation. You can learn how to turn the Memory feature on or off through the updated privacy notice.

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Medium Mar 27, 2026

The updated privacy notice now discloses that Gemini can use data from connected Google apps and imported memory or chats from other AI platforms to personalize your experience and to improve services, including training generative AI models. This data is treated similarly to other Gemini activity. You can manage or delete your imported activity anytime through the Activity controls.

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Medium Mar 23, 2026

The updated privacy notice no longer discloses how Google Gemini uses data from connected Google apps to personalize user experience. Previously, the policy explained eligibility requirements and the opt-in process for this personalization feature. The removal means users no longer have a documented disclosure of this data practice in the privacy notice itself, though the operational status of the Connected Apps feature and whether it remains available is not clarified by this change.

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Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Users operating Gemini Apps are subject to collection of conversational content and device-specific data as a condition of service use. Enabling Gemini Apps Activity causes this data to be persistently stored and linked to the user's Google Account; disabling this setting alters the retention posture but does not prevent collection during active sessions.

How other platforms handle this

Anthropic Medium

Device and Connection Information. Consistent with your device or browser permissions, your device or browser automatically sends us information about when and how you install, access, or use our Services. This includes information such as your device type, operating system information, browser info...

Airbnb Medium

We collect information about your precise or approximate location as determined through data such as your IP address, GPS, and other inputs from your device, with your permission where required. We may use this information to provide, personalize, and improve our services, and for safety purposes.

Uber Medium

Uber collects precise or approximate location data from riders' and order recipients' mobile devices when the Uber app is running in the foreground (app open and on-screen) or background (app open but not on-screen) of their device. Uber collects this data from the time a ride or order is requested ...

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▸ View Original Clause Language DOCUMENT RECORD
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When you use Gemini Apps, Google collects data including your conversations and any files, images, or other content you share with Gemini. If you've turned on Gemini Apps Activity, this data is saved to your Google Account. Google also collects related data such as your location, device type, and app settings.

— Excerpt from Google Gemini's Gemini Apps Privacy Notice

Applicable regulations

EU AI Act
European Union
California AB 2013 AI Training Data Transparency
US-CA
CCPA/CPRA
California, USA
Connecticut Data Privacy Act Amendments
US-CT
CAN-SPAM
United States Federal
DMA
European Union
ePrivacy Directive
European Union
FTC Act Section 5
United States Federal
GDPR
European Union
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
Gemini Apps Privacy Notice
Entity
Google Gemini
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
May 10, 2026
Last verified
May 12, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-001611
Document ID
CA-D-00326
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
d426afff362d09899b216ff87ee56636f0153c90c344ada869c6a4501c1ef7ba
Analysis generated
May 10, 2026 08:54 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: Google Gemini
Document: Gemini Apps Privacy Notice
Record ID: CA-P-001611
Captured: 2026-05-10 08:54:31 UTC
SHA-256: d426afff362d0989…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/google-gemini/gemini-apps-privacy-notice/location-and-device-data-collection/
Accessed: May 20, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
Classification
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Medium
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Google Gemini's Location and Device Data Collection clause do?

The clause establishes the scope and retention mechanism for data collection within the Gemini Apps service. It distinguishes between transactional data (conversations and shared content) and contextual data (location, device characteristics) while conditioning account-level storage on the user's Activity setting selection.

How does this clause affect you?

Users operating Gemini Apps are subject to collection of conversational content and device-specific data as a condition of service use. Enabling Gemini Apps Activity causes this data to be persistently stored and linked to the user's Google Account; disabling this setting alters the retention posture but does not prevent collection during active sessions.

How many platforms have this type of clause?

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