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The updated privacy statement now explicitly discloses that Hilton collects and may share Gender, Telephone, Arrival Time, Departure Date, and Spending Amount with third parties. These data categories were not previously listed in the disclosed collection practices. The statement continues to state that Hilton will not knowingly collect or disclose personal information from minors under the age of 14.
View change record →The updated policy expands disclosure of how Hilton properties use SMS and WhatsApp to contact guests during their stay. Properties may send welcome messages upon arrival, mid-stay reminders about the messaging service, and respond to guest requests via SMS or WhatsApp. The policy specifies that short code opt-in data will not be shared with third parties for their marketing purposes, and guests can opt out by replying STOP to any message. The policy also now explicitly discloses collection of WeChat account identifiers for linking Hilton Honors accounts to partner accounts. CCTV retention has been extended from 30 to 31 days. You can opt out of SMS or WhatsApp messages by replying STOP, or contact the hotel front desk to decline text messages.
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"We do not use CCTV and other security measures in areas where guests and visitors have a reasonable expectation of privacy, such as locker rooms and bathrooms.Excerpt from Hilton's Privacy Statement
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The clause states: “We do not use CCTV and other security measures in areas where guests and visitors have a reasonable expectation of privacy, such as locker rooms and bathrooms.”
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