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Browsing history is among the most sensitive categories of behavioral data; its collection by Perplexity AI is consequential because it reveals users' online activity beyond the Perplexity platform itself.
Interpretive note: The excerpt does not specify which settings trigger or prevent collection, so the precise scope of user control is not determinable from this clause alone.
The updated Privacy Notice establishes more granular disclosure of data collection methods across multiple product areas. Perplexity now explicitly discloses that it collects and stores browsing history and settings in the Comet browser based on consent or legitimate interest, accesses email content through Email Assistant to analyze messages (while stating it does not train AI models on that content), and collects demographic data if users voluntarily upload it. The revised structure also clarifies that local browser data storage occurs on users' devices and that incognito mode does not fully prevent tracking by websites or Perplexity. You can review Comet privacy settings and controls as described in the updated policy.
View change record →If you use Comet with a synced Perplexity account, Perplexity AI may record your browsing history and track your activity, subject to what your settings permit.
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We collect information about your use of the Services, such as the dates and times of access, browsing history, search, information about the links you click and about third-party applications...
We may attempt to verify your employment history or status through various methods, including third-party integrations or services. We may also utilize signals we may receive from your current or former employer.
You may give us your Identity Data, Contact Data, Financial Data, Profile Data, and other information by filling in forms or by corresponding with us by post, phone, e-mail or otherwise.
"Depending on your settings, we record your browsing history and track your use and engagement when you use Comet with your synced Perplexity account.Excerpt from Perplexity AI's Privacy Policy
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Browsing history is among the most sensitive categories of behavioral data; its collection by Perplexity AI is consequential because it reveals users' online activity beyond the Perplexity platform itself.
If you use Comet with a synced Perplexity account, Perplexity AI may record your browsing history and track your activity, subject to what your settings permit.
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