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Automatic collection triggered each time a device or app is used means data may be gathered on an ongoing, session-by-session basis across all supported device types.
Your device and app usage information may be collected automatically every time you use a PlayStation console or PlayStation app, including on mobile phones and PCs.
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Automatic collection triggered each time a device or app is used means data may be gathered on an ongoing, session-by-session basis across all supported device types.
Your device and app usage information may be collected automatically every time you use a PlayStation console or PlayStation app, including on mobile phones and PCs.
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