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De-identified Data Unrestricted Use

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What it is

The policy states that Squarespace may de-identify collected information and use or disclose de-identified data to third parties for any purpose without restriction under this policy. The policy includes a commitment not to re-identify or de-aggregate anonymized data.

This analysis describes what Squarespace'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 establishes that once information is de-identified, it falls outside the restrictions of this Privacy Policy and may be shared with any third party for any purpose. The policy's commitment not to re-identify data is the primary limitation on this broad permission.

Interpretive note: Whether Squarespace's de-identification procedures meet GDPR anonymization standards or CPRA de-identification requirements cannot be assessed from this document alone; the policy does not specify the technical standards applied.

Clause Stability Stable

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Changes
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Months Monitored
Jul 9, 2026
First Seen
Jul 9, 2026
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Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Under this clause, Squarespace may convert personal information to de-identified form and subsequently share it with third parties without restriction under this policy. The agreement commits Squarespace to not re-identifying such data, but the adequacy of de-identification standards and the identities of recipients are not specified.

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We may de-identify information we collect so the information cannot reasonably identify you or your device, or we may collect information that is already in de-identified form and use such information for purposes such as to conduct research, to improve our Services, for troubleshooting purposes or to help detect and protect against error, fraud or other criminal activity. We commit to not de-aggregating or re-identifying the aggregated and/or anonymized data that we process. Our use and disclosure of de-identified information is not subject to any restrictions under this Privacy Policy, and we may use and disclose it to others for any purpose, without limitation.

Excerpt from Squarespace's Privacy Policy

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Applicable agencies

  • Federal Trade Commission (ftc)
    Oversees unfair or deceptive business practices and can investigate companies that mislead consumers about data collection, sharing, or use.
    Who can file: Anyone affected by the company's practices (US or international)
    What you need: Your account details, a timeline of relevant events, and a description of the specific issue
    What to expect: Complaints inform FTC enforcement priorities and investigations but do not result in individual resolution or compensation
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  • 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
Squarespace Privacy Policy
Entity
Squarespace
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
May 8, 2026
Last verified
July 9, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-015895
Document ID
CA-D-00569
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
4d0fdac989cde08913388cc69bbdc08553f27ce77e8ac17f5ccbfa0a1c46e86e
Analysis generated
May 8, 2026 14:38 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: Squarespace
Document: Squarespace Privacy Policy
Record ID: CA-P-015895
Captured: 2026-05-08 14:38:54 UTC
SHA-256: 4d0fdac989cde089…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/squarespace/squarespace-privacy-policy/provision/CA-P-015895/de-identified-data-unrestricted-use/
Accessed: Aug. 12, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
Classification
Severity
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Squarespace's De-identified Data Unrestricted Use clause do?

This provision establishes that once information is de-identified, it falls outside the restrictions of this Privacy Policy and may be shared with any third party for any purpose. The policy's commitment not to re-identify data is the primary limitation on this broad permission.

How does this clause affect you?

Under this clause, Squarespace may convert personal information to de-identified form and subsequently share it with third parties without restriction under this policy. The agreement commits Squarespace to not re-identifying such data, but the adequacy of de-identification standards and the identities of recipients are not specified.

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