The policy discloses that Samsung collects biometric identifiers including fingerprints, facial geometry, and voice prints in connection with device authentication and certain product features.
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This provision discloses collection of biometric identifiers, which are among the most sensitive personal data categories under CCPA/CPRA and state biometric privacy laws. The scope of collection across the Samsung device ecosystem creates obligations regarding consent, retention schedules, and data sharing restrictions that vary by jurisdiction.
Interpretive note: The policy excerpt does not specify biometric data retention schedules or third-party sharing restrictions, creating ambiguity about full compliance with state biometric laws.
Introduction of explicit high-severity biometric data collection with specific examples (fingerprints, facial geometry, voice prints) demonstrates Samsung's expansion into sensitive identification technologies.
View full change record →This provision establishes that Samsung collects biometric identifiers including fingerprints, facial geometry, and voice prints when users enable features such as device unlock or authentication. Under applicable state law, users in certain jurisdictions may have rights to limit collection or require deletion of biometric data.
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"Biometric Information: Fingerprints, facial geometry, voice prints, and other biometric identifiers that can be used to identify you. We may collect biometric information when you use certain features of our products and services, such as fingerprint or facial recognition for device unlock or authentication purposes.— Excerpt from Samsung's Samsung Privacy Policy
REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: Biometric data collection is regulated under CCPA/CPRA as a sensitive personal information category requiring disclosure and opt-out rights. Illinois BIPA imposes separate written consent and retention schedule requirements for biometric identifiers, and several other states have enacted or proposed biometric-specific legislation. The FTC Act applies to deceptive or unfair practices in biometric data handling. GOVERNANCE EXPOSURE: High. Collection of fingerprints, facial geometry, and voice prints across a large consumer device base creates significant exposure under state biometric laws, particularly where users in Illinois may have BIPA claims. The policy does not specify biometric data retention schedules or destruction timelines in the excerpt reviewed, which is a required element under BIPA. JURISDICTION FLAGS: Illinois BIPA creates the highest enforcement exposure due to its private right of action. Texas and Washington have biometric privacy laws with AG enforcement. CCPA/CPRA classifies biometric data as sensitive personal information with enhanced consumer rights. EU/EEA users are subject to GDPR Article 9 requirements for processing biometric data. CONTRACT AND VENDOR IMPLICATIONS: Procurement and vendor management teams should confirm that any third-party processors handling biometric data have executed data processing agreements that specifically address biometric data restrictions, retention limitations, and applicable state law requirements. COMPLIANCE CONSIDERATIONS: Legal teams should verify that biometric data retention and destruction schedules are documented and operationally implemented. Consent mechanisms for biometric feature enrollment should be reviewed for compliance with BIPA written consent requirements and CCPA sensitive data opt-in requirements where applicable.
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This provision discloses collection of biometric identifiers, which are among the most sensitive personal data categories under CCPA/CPRA and state biometric privacy laws. The scope of collection across the Samsung device ecosystem creates obligations regarding consent, retention schedules, and data sharing restrictions that vary by jurisdiction.
This provision establishes that Samsung collects biometric identifiers including fingerprints, facial geometry, and voice prints when users enable features such as device unlock or authentication. Under applicable state law, users in certain jurisdictions may have rights to limit collection or require deletion of biometric data.
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