Instacart states that its privacy policy does not apply to third-party websites linked from Instacart's platform, and users access those sites at their own discretion.
This analysis describes what Instacart'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
When Instacart links to retailer websites, partner sites, or other external platforms, the privacy practices of those sites are governed by their own policies rather than by Instacart's, meaning data collected at those destinations is outside the scope of this policy.
If you click through from Instacart to a linked third-party website, including retail partner sites accessible through white-label deployments, your data on those sites is not protected by Instacart's privacy policy; you should review the privacy policy of each third-party site you visit.
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We will also provide an individual opt-out choice, or opt-in for sensitive data, before we share your data with third parties other than our agents, or before we use it for a purpose other than which it was originally collected.
If you choose to reveal any personal information about yourself to other users, you do so at your own risk. We strongly encourage you to use caution in disclosing any personal information online.
When you are asked to provide information, you may decline to do so; but if you choose not to provide information that is necessary to provide some of our Services, you may not be able to use those Services.
"Third-Party WebsitesExcerpt from Instacart's Privacy Policy
REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: Third-party website disclaimers are standard across online services and do not create independent regulatory obligations for Instacart.
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When Instacart links to retailer websites, partner sites, or other external platforms, the privacy practices of those sites are governed by their own policies rather than by Instacart's, meaning data collected at those destinations is outside the scope of this policy.
If you click through from Instacart to a linked third-party website, including retail partner sites accessible through white-label deployments, your data on those sites is not protected by Instacart's privacy policy; you should review the privacy policy of each third-party site you visit.
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