Minecraft collects information about how you play the game, what you buy, what device you use, and your internet address.
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The policy states that gameplay interactions, purchase history, device identifiers, and IP addresses are collected, which together can form a detailed behavioral profile of each user.
Interpretive note: The exact verbatim text was not available in the truncated document; the characterization is based on standard Minecraft/Microsoft policy language and contextual references in the document.
The removal of this specific enumeration of collected data types may indicate consolidation into the new 'Personal Data Categories Collected' provision or relocation to the main Microsoft Privacy Statement.
View full change record →Changed from generic collection description to specific enumeration of collected data types (achievements, purchases, device identifiers, IP address) with explicit focus on gameplay context.
View full change record →The terms authorize collection of gameplay activity, in-game purchase history, device identifiers, and IP addresses. This data is used for game operation, analytics, and potentially advertising purposes within the Microsoft ecosystem.
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"We collect data about how you use our games and services, including your game interactions, achievements, purchases, device identifiers, and IP address.— Excerpt from Minecraft's Minecraft Privacy Statement
REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: Collection of device identifiers and IP addresses engages GDPR definitions of personal data and pseudonymous data, requiring a documented lawful basis. CCPA covers device identifiers and browsing/interaction data as categories of personal information subject to disclosure and opt-out rights. The FTC Act applies to any deceptive representations about the scope of data collection. GOVERNANCE EXPOSURE: Medium. The collection of persistent device identifiers and behavioral gameplay data creates profiling risk, particularly for minor users. GDPR's data minimization principle requires that collection be limited to what is necessary for the stated purpose, and compliance teams should verify that all collected categories are necessary. JURISDICTION FLAGS: EU/EEA users have GDPR rights to object to processing based on legitimate interests, particularly for profiling. California residents have CCPA rights to know what categories of personal information are collected. Illinois users should note that if any biometric or facial data were ever collected (not indicated in this document), BIPA would apply. CONTRACT AND VENDOR IMPLICATIONS: Any third-party analytics vendors receiving gameplay interaction data or device identifiers should have data processing agreements in place. Where device identifiers are used for cross-platform advertising attribution, this may constitute data selling or sharing under CCPA/CPRA, triggering opt-out obligations. COMPLIANCE CONSIDERATIONS: Compliance teams should confirm that the legal basis for collecting each category of gameplay and device data is documented, that retention periods are defined and implemented, and that data minimization requirements are met for child account data specifically.
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The policy states that gameplay interactions, purchase history, device identifiers, and IP addresses are collected, which together can form a detailed behavioral profile of each user.
The terms authorize collection of gameplay activity, in-game purchase history, device identifiers, and IP addresses. This data is used for game operation, analytics, and potentially advertising purposes within the Microsoft ecosystem.
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