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Location Data Processing and Consent

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What it is

Oura can collect your precise GPS location when you use location-based features, but only with your consent, and you can turn this off in your device settings at any time.

This analysis describes what Oura's agreement states, permits, or reserves. It does not constitute a legal determination about enforceability. Regulatory applicability and practical outcomes may vary by jurisdiction, enforcement context, and individual circumstances. Read our methodology

ConductAtlas Analysis

Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

Precise location data combined with detailed health and biometric data creates a particularly sensitive data profile; users should be aware they can disable location tracking without losing core Oura functionality, though some features may be affected.

Recent Activity

This document changed recently

Medium Jun 16, 2026

The updated policy explicitly discloses that Oura uses artificial intelligence and machine learning in the service, including an AI assistant called Oura Advisor that provides personalized wellness guidance based on information you submit or that Oura collects. The revised terms state that Oura may use AI and algorithmic analysis to suggest partner services and may use personal data to develop or refine AI-powered health features. The policy establishes that you retain choice about whether to engage with these AI features or share personal data with partner services when suggestions are offered.

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Clause Stability Stable

0
Changes
3
Months Monitored
May 7, 2026
First Seen
May 20, 2026
Last Seen
This clause type exists across 5149 other provisions on other platforms.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Oura may collect precise GPS location data when location-based features are active, and while consent is required and can be withdrawn, disabling location access may limit certain services or features.

What you can do

⚠️ These actions may provide transparency or partial mitigation but may not fully address the underlying issue. Effectiveness varies by jurisdiction and individual circumstances.
  • Opt Out of Arbitration
    Go to your device's Settings, find the Oura app under location permissions, and set location access to 'Never' or 'While Using' as appropriate to limit location data collection.

How other platforms handle this

Square Medium

to withdraw your consent to our processing of your data (where such processing is based on consent)

Google Cloud Medium

Your organization may allow you to access and export your data in order to back it up or transfer it to a service outside of Google.

Roblox Medium

To stop us collecting your location information, you can update your device settings, stop using the Service, or uninstall our mobile apps.

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▸ View Original Clause Language DOCUMENT RECORD
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If you access or use any of Oura's location-based services, such as by enabling GPS-based activity tracking through our Services, Oura may process the approximate or precise location of your device while the service is active. This data may be obtained via your device's service provider network ID, GPS, and/or Wi-Fi data. Oura does not process such location data without first obtaining your consent. You may disable such location processing at any time using your device's location permission settings. If you choose to disable access to location data, please note that certain Services, features, or functionalities may no longer be accessible.

Excerpt from Oura's Privacy Policy

ConductAtlas Analysis

Institutional analysis (regulatory & governance intelligence)

REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: Precise geolocation is classified as sensitive personal information under CCPA and CPRA, requiring opt-in consent from California residents.

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Applicable agencies

  • Federal Trade Commission (ftc)
    Oversees unfair or deceptive business practices and can investigate companies that mislead consumers about data collection, sharing, or use.
    Who can file: Anyone affected by the company's practices (US or international)
    What you need: Your account details, a timeline of relevant events, and a description of the specific issue
    What to expect: Complaints inform FTC enforcement priorities and investigations but do not result in individual resolution or compensation
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  • State Attorney General
    State AGs in California, New York, Texas, and other states can investigate violations of state consumer protection and privacy laws, including CCPA (California), SHIELD Act (New York), and equivalents.
    Who can file: Residents of states with comprehensive privacy laws — primarily California, Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, and Utah
    What you need: Evidence of the violation, explanation of how your state rights were affected, and your account or contact information with the company
    What to expect: Outcomes vary by state. May result in investigation, enforcement action, or requirement for the company to change practices. No direct individual compensation in most cases.

    Search "[your state] attorney general consumer complaint" to find your state's direct complaint form

Applicable regulations

BIPA
Illinois, USA
CCPA/CPRA
California, USA
Connecticut Data Privacy Act Amendments
US-CT
FTC Act Section 5
United States Federal
GDPR
European Union
HIPAA
United States Federal
Indiana Consumer Data Protection Act
US-IN
Kentucky Consumer Data Protection Act
US-KY
Universal Opt-Out Mechanism Expansion 2026
US

Provision details

Document information
Document
Oura Privacy Policy
Entity
Oura
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
May 7, 2026
Last verified
May 9, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-004912
Document ID
CA-D-00738
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
4901bfbb9d660b7281e0a348299edbb6561026ef9c321aae8140ea2ace2fc291
Analysis generated
May 7, 2026 14:11 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: Oura
Document: Oura Privacy Policy
Record ID: CA-P-004912
Captured: 2026-05-07 14:11:23 UTC
SHA-256: 4901bfbb9d660b72…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/oura/oura-privacy-policy/provision/CA-P-004912/location-data-processing-and-consent/
Accessed: Aug. 12, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
Classification
Severity
Medium
Categories

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Oura's Location Data Processing and Consent clause do?

Precise location data combined with detailed health and biometric data creates a particularly sensitive data profile; users should be aware they can disable location tracking without losing core Oura functionality, though some features may be affected.

How does this clause affect you?

Oura may collect precise GPS location data when location-based features are active, and while consent is required and can be withdrawn, disabling location access may limit certain services or features.

How many platforms have this type of clause?

ConductAtlas has identified this type of provision across 290 platforms. See the full comparison.

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