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Data Collection from Non-Users

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What it is

Pinterest collects data about people who have never signed up for Pinterest, through cookies, pixels, and other tracking technologies embedded on third-party websites.

This analysis describes what Pinterest'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

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Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

This provision establishes Pinterest's data collection scope beyond registered users, enabling the platform to build profiles and behavioral records on non-account holders for purposes including analytics, advertising targeting, and service optimization across its network.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Non-users have no direct relationship with Pinterest but may still have their browsing data collected and used for advertising profiling, with limited ability to exercise rights or opt out. This practice raises significant transparency and consent concerns.

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Institutional analysis (Compliance & governance intelligence)

Collection of data from non-users via third-party tracking implicates GDPR Article 7 (consent requirements) and CCPA provisions for data subjects who are not customers, as well as the FTC's guidance on fair information practices. Pinterest's non-user notice attempts to address transparency obligations.

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Applicable agencies

  • FTC
    The FTC has jurisdiction over undisclosed or deceptive data collection practices affecting consumers, including non-users.
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Applicable regulations

EU AI Act
European Union
CCPA/CPRA
California, USA
COPPA
United States Federal
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
Pinterest Privacy Policy
Entity
Pinterest
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
March 15, 2026
Last verified
March 15, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-000689
Document ID
CA-D-00098
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
3d80a38898d8248cbc65b5194926e29055e6f1624a9fad78b25fd64d0ecbf349
Analysis generated
March 15, 2026 11:43 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: Pinterest
Document: Pinterest Privacy Policy
Record ID: CA-P-000689
Captured: 2026-03-15 11:43:59 UTC
SHA-256: 3d80a38898d8248c…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/pinterest/pinterest-privacy-policy/data-collection-from-non-users/
Accessed: May 20, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
Classification
Severity
High
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Pinterest's Data Collection from Non-Users clause do?

This provision establishes Pinterest's data collection scope beyond registered users, enabling the platform to build profiles and behavioral records on non-account holders for purposes including analytics, advertising targeting, and service optimization across its network.

How does this clause affect you?

Non-users have no direct relationship with Pinterest but may still have their browsing data collected and used for advertising profiling, with limited ability to exercise rights or opt out. This practice raises significant transparency and consent concerns.

Is ConductAtlas affiliated with Pinterest?

No. ConductAtlas is an independent monitoring service. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Pinterest.