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This clause makes explicit that personalized advertising funded by your data is the core commercial arrangement, which is the primary reason Meta collects extensive information about user behavior.
The updated terms establish a jurisdictional change for consumers. Previously, all disputes had to be resolved in California courts; now, if you are a consumer or if your country requires it, dispute…
By agreeing to these terms, users grant Meta broad rights to use their content, including photos and posts, in advertising and sponsored content without direct compensation, and the license persists as long as the content remains accessible on the platform. US users who do not opt out of arbitration within 30 days of accepting the terms waive their right to pursue class action litigation against Meta. You can opt out of the arbitration clause by following the instructions in Section 4 of the terms, typically by submitting a written request within 30 days of first accepting or of a material change to the arbitration terms.
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"Instead of paying to use Facebook, by using the Meta Products covered by these Terms, you agree that we can show you ads that businesses and organizations pay us to promote on and off the Meta Company Products. We use your personal data, such as information about your activity and interests, to show you ads that are more relevant to you.— Excerpt from Meta's Meta Terms of Service
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This clause makes explicit that personalized advertising funded by your data is the core commercial arrangement, which is the primary reason Meta collects extensive information about user behavior.
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