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Targeted Advertising Opt-Out and U.S. State Privacy Law Disclosure

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What it is

The policy acknowledges that certain advertising data sharing activities may constitute targeted advertising, sharing, or sale under U.S. state privacy laws, and provides an opt-out mechanism through the Privacy and Data Settings menu.

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 constitutes Pinterest's notice under U.S. state privacy statutes including CCPA and similar laws in Colorado, Virginia, Connecticut, and other states that require disclosure and opt-out rights for targeted advertising, data sharing, and sale. The policy also states that Global Privacy Control signals will be respected for users in applicable U.S. states.

Clause Stability Stable

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Jul 9, 2026
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Jul 9, 2026
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Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Under this provision, users in U.S. states with applicable privacy laws can opt out of data practices that may constitute targeted advertising, sharing, or sale by visiting Privacy and Data Settings. The policy also states that Pinterest will respect Global Privacy Control opt-out preference signals for users in applicable states.

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
    Navigate to Pinterest account settings and open Privacy and Data Settings. Follow the instructions to opt out of targeted advertising, sharing, or sale of your personal information under applicable U.S. state privacy laws.

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Some of these activities may be considered 'targeted advertising' 'sharing' or 'selling' as those terms are defined under certain state privacy laws in the US. You can opt out of Pinterest using and disclosing your information for these purposes. To do so, visit your Privacy and Data Settings.

Excerpt from Pinterest's Privacy Policy

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Institutional analysis (regulatory & governance intelligence)

REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: This provision directly engages CCPA's opt-out requirements for sale and sharing of personal information, and equivalent provisions in Colorado, Virginia, Connecticut, Texas, Montana, and other state privacy laws.

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Applicable agencies

  • 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

Provision details

Document information
Document
Pinterest Privacy Policy
Entity
Pinterest
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
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First tracked
April 27, 2026
Last verified
July 9, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-015809
Document ID
CA-D-00098
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Entity: Pinterest
Document: Pinterest Privacy Policy
Record ID: CA-P-015809
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URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/pinterest/pinterest-privacy-policy/provision/CA-P-015809/targeted-advertising-opt-out-and-us-state-privacy-law-disclosure/
Accessed: Sept. 8, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Pinterest's Targeted Advertising Opt-Out and U.S. State Privacy Law Disclosure clause do?

This provision constitutes Pinterest's notice under U.S. state privacy statutes including CCPA and similar laws in Colorado, Virginia, Connecticut, and other states that require disclosure and opt-out rights for targeted advertising, data sharing, and sale. The policy also states that Global Privacy Control signals will be respected for users in applicable U.S. states.

How does this clause affect you?

Under this provision, users in U.S. states with applicable privacy laws can opt out of data practices that may constitute targeted advertising, sharing, or sale by visiting Privacy and Data Settings. The policy also states that Pinterest will respect Global Privacy Control opt-out preference signals for users in applicable states.

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