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The updated terms now explicitly disclose that Impact collects log data (IP address, browser type, ads interacted with) from website visitors, as well as location information and cookies depending on device permissions. The terms clarify that Impact does not receive personally identifying information such as names, addresses, or credit card numbers. You can enable or disable location services through your device settings, and you can instruct your browser to refuse cookies, though doing so may limit functionality on Impact's website or its clients' websites.
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"When you post Member Content to the Site, you authorize and direct us to make such copies thereof as we deem necessary in order to facilitate the posting and storage of the Member Content on the Site.Excerpt from Impact's Terms and Conditions
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The clause states: “When you post Member Content to the Site, you authorize and direct us to make such copies thereof as we deem necessary in order to facilitate the posting and storage of the Member Content on the Site.”
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