Netflix Games collects detailed gameplay data, device identifiers, in-game purchase history, and achievementsm and some of this information such as your game handle, scores, and achievements may be visible to other players.
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The specification of these data collection categories defines the scope of information Netflix processes in connection with its games service and establishes that certain player profile elements operate on a visible basis within the multiplayer or social environment of the service.
The updated privacy statement now explicitly discloses that Netflix collects voice inputs including transcripts and recordings when users interact with voice-related features, and that it makes inferences about user and household preferences for ad targeting purposes. The statement adds a new section titled 'Supplemental Privacy Disclosures for US Residents' that references a separate US State Privacy Notice containing 'Notice at Collection' details, alongside new subsections covering personal information collection, uses, disclosure for business purposes, data sales or sharing, retention, use of de-identified information, appeals rights, and financial incentive notices. The change brings the privacy statement into alignment with state privacy laws like CCPA and similar frameworks. You can access the US State Privacy Notice by clicking the provided link, visiting netflix.com/privacy#states, or scrolling to the new US residents section.
View change record →The updated privacy statement reorganizes and consolidates disclosures rather than expanding data collection practices. However, the statement removes explicit reference to the US State Privacy Notice from the main body, requiring users to navigate to supplemental sections to access state-specific privacy rights and disclosures. The revised language also removes the prior statement that Netflix makes inferences about household ad preferences, and removes mention of voice inputs and transcripts from the usage information description, narrowing the scope of explicitly disclosed data collection practices. You can access US state privacy notices by navigating to the 'Supplemental Privacy Disclosures for Certain Services' section or visiting netflix.com/privacy#states.
View change record →If you play Netflix Games, your gameplay activity, device identifiers, in-game purchases, and achievements are collected in addition to standard Netflix viewing data, and other players may see your game handle and scores. This creates a broader data profile than streaming-only users.
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"We collect the following categories of personal information when you use Netflix Games: Usage information: Netflix game activity (such as gameplay, game use and interaction information, and progress or saved game information), game handle, game achievements and scores, in-game purchases, and other information about your use and interaction with Netflix Games. Device and network information: Device information such as device model and identifiers, operating system version, app version, IP address, mobile network, and information about your game controller if applicable. Other players: Other players may be able to see your game handle, game achievements, and game scores.Excerpt from Netflix's Privacy Statement
REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: The collection of gameplay data, device identifiers, and in-game purchase history engages COPPA if players are under 13, as well as general CCPA and CPRA obligations for California residents.
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Netflix updated its Privacy Statement on April 18, 2026, disclosing voice recording collection and expanded household ad profiling for the first time.
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The specification of these data collection categories defines the scope of information Netflix processes in connection with its games service and establishes that certain player profile elements operate on a visible basis within the multiplayer or social environment of the service.
If you play Netflix Games, your gameplay activity, device identifiers, in-game purchases, and achievements are collected in addition to standard Netflix viewing data, and other players may see your game handle and scores. This creates a broader data profile than streaming-only users.
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