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Precise Location Data Collection via Telematics and Mobile App

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What it is

If you use State Farm's telematics programs or mobile app, your precise GPS location is collected to track trips and provide services; the full details of how this data is used are in a separate End User License Agreement, not this privacy policy.

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This analysis describes what State Farm'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

ConductAtlas Analysis

Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

Precise location data is classified as sensitive personal information under several state privacy laws and may be used to influence insurance underwriting and pricing; the policy directs consumers to a separate document for the complete picture, which limits transparency within this notice alone.

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Interpretive note: The full scope of precise location data use and sharing is governed by a separate EULA not reproduced in this document, creating uncertainty about whether combined disclosures satisfy applicable state privacy law requirements.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Using the State Farm mobile app or enrolling in Drive Safe and Save or Steer Clear means your precise GPS location is continuously collected; the full scope of how this sensitive data is used and shared is disclosed in a separate EULA rather than this privacy notice.

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
    Within the State Farm mobile application, request deletion of your account using the in-app account deletion option where available. Note that State Farm states it may still retain your information for legal, auditing, regulatory, and business purposes even after account deletion.

How other platforms handle this

Roblox Medium

To stop us collecting your location information, you can update your device settings, stop using the Service, or uninstall our mobile apps.

Square Medium

to request that your data be transferred to a third party (data portability)

Google Cloud Medium

Your organization may allow you to access and export your data in order to back it up or transfer it to a service outside of Google.

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If you participate in and grant permissions for Drive Safe & Save® or Steer Clear® or have installed the State Farm mobile application, precise location data is used to accurately record trip information. In addition, the State Farm mobile application utilizes precise location to provide services such as requesting roadside assistance, filing a claim, searching for agents and repair shops. For more information on how State Farm collects, uses and shares your precise location information, please refer to the End User License Agreement (EULA) available in the State Farm mobile application, Drive Safe & Save application, and in the Steer Clear application.

Excerpt from State Farm's Privacy Policy

ConductAtlas Analysis

Institutional analysis (regulatory & governance intelligence)

REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: Precise location data is treated as sensitive personal information under the CPRA and similar frameworks in Washington, Colorado, Connecticut, Virginia, and Texas, generally requiring opt-in consent or heightened disclosure.

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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
    File a complaint →
  • 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

Applicable regulations

CCPA/CPRA
California, USA
Connecticut Data Privacy Act Amendments
US-CT
FCRA
United States Federal
FTC Act Section 5
United States Federal
GDPR
European Union
GLBA
United States Federal
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
State Farm Privacy Policy
Entity
State Farm
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
May 7, 2026
Last verified
May 9, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-007556
Document ID
CA-D-00597
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
f2ccf7b683bd01b58b07475a3f1bd9b1cef53966b7e4e17b8f3596adbeb0120b
Analysis generated
May 7, 2026 08:30 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
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Citation Record
Entity: State Farm
Document: State Farm Privacy Policy
Record ID: CA-P-007556
Captured: 2026-05-07 08:30:05 UTC
SHA-256: f2ccf7b683bd01b5…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/state-farm/state-farm-privacy-policy/provision/CA-P-007556/precise-location-data-collection-via-telematics-and-mobile-app/
Accessed: Sept. 26, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
Classification
Severity
Medium
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does State Farm's Precise Location Data Collection via Telematics and Mobile App clause do?

Precise location data is classified as sensitive personal information under several state privacy laws and may be used to influence insurance underwriting and pricing; the policy directs consumers to a separate document for the complete picture, which limits transparency within this notice alone.

How does this clause affect you?

Using the State Farm mobile app or enrolling in Drive Safe and Save or Steer Clear means your precise GPS location is continuously collected; the full scope of how this sensitive data is used and shared is disclosed in a separate EULA rather than this privacy notice.

How many platforms have this type of clause?

ConductAtlas has identified this type of provision across 289 platforms. See the full comparison.

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