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California Minor Data Removal Right

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What it is

California residents under 18 years of age with a registered account may request removal of data they publicly posted on the services. Stability AI states it will ensure the data is not publicly displayed following such a request but acknowledges that complete removal from all systems including backups may not be achievable.

This analysis describes what Stability AI'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 operationalizes California's minor online privacy removal right and clearly discloses that public display removal does not equate to complete system deletion, which is a materially important limitation for users and guardians to understand when exercising this right.

Clause Stability Stable

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Changes
5
Months Monitored
Jul 9, 2026
First Seen
Jul 9, 2026
Last Seen

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Under this clause, California residents under 18 with a registered account can submit a removal request by emailing privacy@stability.ai with their account email and a statement of California residency. The agreement states the data will not be publicly displayed following the request but acknowledges it may remain in backup systems.

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.
  • Delete Your Data
    California residents under 18 should email privacy@stability.ai including the email address associated with their account and a statement that they reside in California to request removal of publicly posted data.

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If you are under 18 years of age, reside in California, and have a registered account with Services, you have the right to request the removal of unwanted data that you publicly post on the Services. To request the removal of such data, please contact us using the contact information provided below. Include the email address associated with your account and a statement that you reside in California. We will ensure the data is not publicly displayed on the Services, but please be aware that the data may not be completely or comprehensively removed from all our systems (e.g., backups, etc.).

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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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Provision details

Document information
Document
Stability AI Privacy Policy
Entity
Stability AI
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
April 28, 2026
Last verified
July 9, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-015727
Document ID
CA-D-00330
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
0880eea64bfd95b197afa2c278769a305ad9ff06439345c85e25c447ae6df82b
Analysis generated
April 28, 2026 05:31 UTC
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Evidence
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Citation Record
Entity: Stability AI
Document: Stability AI Privacy Policy
Record ID: CA-P-015727
Captured: 2026-04-28 05:31:08 UTC
SHA-256: 0880eea64bfd95b1…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/stability-ai/stability-ai-privacy-policy/provision/CA-P-015727/california-minor-data-removal-right/
Accessed: Aug. 25, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Stability AI's California Minor Data Removal Right clause do?

This provision operationalizes California's minor online privacy removal right and clearly discloses that public display removal does not equate to complete system deletion, which is a materially important limitation for users and guardians to understand when exercising this right.

How does this clause affect you?

Under this clause, California residents under 18 with a registered account can submit a removal request by emailing privacy@stability.ai with their account email and a statement of California residency. The agreement states the data will not be publicly displayed following the request but acknowledges it may remain in backup systems.

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