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Users can exercise data sale and sharing opt-out rights automatically through browser-level signals without taking manual steps on McDonald's platform.
Interpretive note: The canonical claim states two closely related propositions. The primary claim is GPC signal treatment; the general opt-out signal processing obligation is recorded in omitted_material but is closely linked and both are stated in the claim for accuracy.
If your browser sends a Global Privacy Control signal, McDonald's will treat it as a request to opt out of the sale and sharing of your personal information.
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we do honor legally-recognized browser-based mechanisms (such as the Global Privacy Control designed to signal your opt out choices under certain state laws).
When you use them, we'll validate your request by verifying your identity (for example, by confirming that you're signed in to your Google Account).
By providing your mobile phone number, you consent to receive automated text (SMS) messages from Instacart...To opt out, reply STOP. For help, reply HELP or contact us directly...
"We process opt-out requests submitted using an opt-out preference signal as required by applicable law. For example, when we detect the Global Privacy Control ("GPC") signal from a browser, we treat the signal as a request to opt out of sale and sharing...Excerpt from McDonald's's Privacy Policy
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Users can exercise data sale and sharing opt-out rights automatically through browser-level signals without taking manual steps on McDonald's platform.
If your browser sends a Global Privacy Control signal, McDonald's will treat it as a request to opt out of the sale and sharing of your personal information.
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