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Authy collects device type and identifier automatically

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Medium May 22, 2026

The updated policy establishes a new opt-out mechanism allowing users to decline having their data disclosed to third parties (other than service providers) or used for purposes materially different from the original collection purpose. The policy also explicitly discloses that Twilio Inc. is subject to FTC investigatory and enforcement powers, providing users with notice of the regulatory authority overseeing the company's privacy practices. You can exercise this opt-out right by contacting Segment through the mechanism specified in their privacy policy.

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Medium May 19, 2026

The updated terms establish clearer disclosure of how Segment transfers personal data internationally. Segment now explicitly certifies its compliance with the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework, UK Extension, and Swiss-U.S. Data Privacy Framework, and states that these DPF Principles take precedence if they conflict with other policy terms. The updated policy also adds specific rights allowing you to opt out of: (i) disclosure of your personal data to third parties other than service providers acting under Segment's instructions, or (ii) use of your personal data for purposes materially different from the original purpose or your subsequent authorization. You can exercise these rights by contacting privacy@twilio.com.

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Clause Stability Stable

0
Changes
3
Months Monitored
Jul 10, 2026
First Seen
Jul 10, 2026
Last Seen
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▸ View Original Clause Language DOCUMENT RECORD
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When you download and open the Authy desktop or mobile app, we automatically collect your device type and unique device identifier.

Excerpt from Segment's Privacy Policy

Applicable regulations

CCPA/CPRA
California, USA
Connecticut Data Privacy Act Amendments
US-CT
CAN-SPAM
United States Federal
DMA
European Union
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
Universal Opt-Out Mechanism Expansion 2026
US

Provision details

Document information
Document
Segment Privacy Policy
Entity
Segment
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
July 9, 2026
Last verified
July 9, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-055172
Document ID
CA-D-00700
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
e37e6bb1abdf882cdf3d4b9a7ddcbcb1b521744fd46b9d3d4d5f19d611714b48
Analysis generated
July 9, 2026 09:48 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: Segment
Document: Segment Privacy Policy
Record ID: CA-P-055172
Captured: 2026-07-09 09:48:26 UTC
SHA-256: e37e6bb1abdf882c…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/segment/segment-privacy-policy/provision/CA-P-055172/authy-collects-device-type-and-identifier-automatically/
Accessed: Aug. 3, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
Classification
Severity
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What does Segment's Authy collects device type and identifier automatically clause do?

The clause states: “When you download and open the Authy desktop or mobile app, we automatically collect your device type and unique device identifier.”

How many platforms have this type of clause?

ConductAtlas has identified this type of provision across 296 platforms. See the full comparison.

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