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Sensitive Personal Information Collection and Use

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ConductAtlas Analysis

Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

The provision establishes the operational scope of data collection to encompass sensitive information categories that receive heightened legal protection under data protection frameworks in various jurisdictions. This authorization permits collection through both explicit user input and inference mechanisms derived from behavioral data.

Clause Stability Stable

0
Changes
3
Months Monitored
Apr 27, 2026
First Seen
Apr 27, 2026
Last Seen

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Users operate under terms that permit Pinterest to collect and process sensitive personal information through two mechanisms: direct provision by the user and inference from service activity. The scope of permitted inference-based collection extends to pins, boards, and searches without requiring explicit user consent for each inference event.

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▸ View Original Clause Language DOCUMENT RECORD
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We may collect information about your health, racial or ethnic origin, religious or philosophical beliefs, political opinions, trade union membership, genetic or biometric data, or sex life or sexual orientation, if you choose to provide this information to us or if we infer it from your use of our services, such as from your boards, pins, or searches.

— Excerpt from Pinterest's Pinterest Privacy Policy

Provision details

Document information
Document
Pinterest Privacy Policy
Entity
Pinterest
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
April 27, 2026
Last verified
May 12, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-003368
Document ID
CA-D-00098
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
c1bbcbcc2602f2e5ebdf8f851d42a6a1a8fe73899b6fe40268e16ef95ffa88d1
Analysis generated
April 27, 2026 12:16 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: Pinterest
Document: Pinterest Privacy Policy
Record ID: CA-P-003368
Captured: 2026-04-27 12:16:26 UTC
SHA-256: c1bbcbcc2602f2e5…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/pinterest/pinterest-privacy-policy/sensitive-personal-information-collection-and-use/
Accessed: July 4, 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 Sensitive Personal Information Collection and Use clause do?

The provision establishes the operational scope of data collection to encompass sensitive information categories that receive heightened legal protection under data protection frameworks in various jurisdictions. This authorization permits collection through both explicit user input and inference mechanisms derived from behavioral data.

How does this clause affect you?

Users operate under terms that permit Pinterest to collect and process sensitive personal information through two mechanisms: direct provision by the user and inference from service activity. The scope of permitted inference-based collection extends to pins, boards, and searches without requiring explicit user consent for each inference event.

How many platforms have this type of clause?

ConductAtlas has identified this type of provision across 3 platforms. See the full comparison.

Is ConductAtlas affiliated with Pinterest?

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