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Location and Device Data Collection

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Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

The collection of device and location data enables OpenAI to maintain service functionality, detect fraud, and understand usage patterns across its platform infrastructure.

Clause Stability Stable

0
Changes
3
Months Monitored
May 9, 2026
First Seen
May 9, 2026
Last Seen
This clause type exists across 967 other provisions on other platforms.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Users operating the service transmit device identifiers and general location information as part of standard service access; this data collection occurs automatically through the normal connection process rather than through opt-in mechanisms.

How other platforms handle this

TaskRabbit Medium

We rely on our legitimate interests or those of a third party where they are not outweighed by your interests and fundamental rights, to process the following information: Contact Information, Identity Information, User-Generated Content Information, Booking Information, Job Applicant Information – ...

Microsoft Azure Medium

Location data. Data about your device's location, which can be either precise or imprecise. For example, we collect location data using Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) (e.g., GPS) and data about nearby cell towers and Wi-Fi hotspots. Location can also be inferred from a device's IP address...

TikTok Medium

We also collect information about your approximate location based on your device and network information, such as SIM card region, IP address, and device system settings. We also collect information, such as tourist attractions, shops, or other points of interest, if you choose to add the location t...

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▸ View Original Clause Language DOCUMENT RECORD
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We collect information about the device you use to access our services and your general location. Device information includes your IP address, browser type and settings, and operating system. Location information includes general location inferred from your IP address.

— Excerpt from OpenAI's Privacy Policy (ROW)

Applicable regulations

EU AI Act
European Union
BIPA
Illinois, USA
California AB 2013 AI Training Data Transparency
US-CA
CCPA/CPRA
California, USA
Connecticut Data Privacy Act Amendments
US-CT
CAN-SPAM
United States Federal
ePrivacy Directive
European Union
FTC Act Section 5
United States Federal
GDPR
European Union
Indiana Consumer Data Protection Act
US-IN
Kentucky Consumer Data Protection Act
US-KY
UK GDPR
United Kingdom
Universal Opt-Out Mechanism Expansion 2026
US

Provision details

Document information
Document
Privacy Policy (ROW)
Entity
OpenAI
Document last updated
March 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
March 10, 2026
Last verified
May 12, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-007092
Document ID
CA-D-00006
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
f3c083059dff1a3f26f2ce10f0072ca60f38c6921517ae6dd07e528e4bfc7ce2
Analysis generated
March 10, 2026 03:38 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: OpenAI
Document: Privacy Policy (ROW)
Record ID: CA-P-007092
Captured: 2026-03-10 03:38:17 UTC
SHA-256: f3c083059dff1a3f…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/openai/privacy-policy-row/location-and-device-data-collection/
Accessed: June 28, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
Classification
Severity
Low
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does OpenAI's Location and Device Data Collection clause do?

The collection of device and location data enables OpenAI to maintain service functionality, detect fraud, and understand usage patterns across its platform infrastructure.

How does this clause affect you?

Users operating the service transmit device identifiers and general location information as part of standard service access; this data collection occurs automatically through the normal connection process rather than through opt-in mechanisms.

How many platforms have this type of clause?

ConductAtlas has identified this type of provision across 2 platforms. See the full comparison.

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