“Our online services and in-restaurant technology may collect information about the location of your mobile device or computer using geolocation and technology such as GPS, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or cell tower proximity.”
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Location data can reveal sensitive details about a person's physical movements, routines, and frequented places.
Using McDonald's online services or in-restaurant technology may result in your device's location being collected through multiple technical methods.
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"Our online services and in-restaurant technology may collect information about the location of your mobile device or computer using geolocation and technology such as GPS, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or cell tower proximity.Excerpt from McDonald's's Privacy Policy
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Location data can reveal sensitive details about a person's physical movements, routines, and frequented places.
Using McDonald's online services or in-restaurant technology may result in your device's location being collected through multiple technical methods.
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