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Biometric Identifier Collection

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What it is

The policy states that Target collects biometric information, specifically face geometry scans, when consumers use the virtual beauty try-on feature on Target's digital platforms.

This analysis describes what Target'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 requires compliance with state biometric privacy statutes including the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA), the Texas Capture or Use of Biometric Identifier Act (CUBI), and Washington's biometric privacy law, each of which imposes specific written consent, retention schedule, and destruction obligations prior to and following collection of biometric identifiers.

Interpretive note: The policy discloses biometric collection but does not detail the specific consent mechanism, retention schedule, or destruction protocol, making it unclear whether the collection practice as implemented satisfies applicable state biometric statutes.

Clause Stability Stable

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Changes
5
Months Monitored
May 21, 2026
First Seen
May 22, 2026
Last Seen
This clause type exists across 5149 other provisions on other platforms.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

This provision establishes that consumers who use Target's virtual try-on feature provide biometric face geometry data to Target; the policy discloses this collection but the consent mechanism and retention/destruction commitments applicable to this data category are not fully detailed in the policy text itself.

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
    Visit Target's privacy request portal, select the deletion request option, and specify biometric data as the category of data to be deleted. You may also call 1-800-440-0680 to submit the request by phone.

How other platforms handle this

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

Tinder Medium

If you choose to reveal any personal information about yourself to other users, you do so at your own risk. We strongly encourage you to use caution in disclosing any personal information online.

Skillshare Medium

When you are asked to provide information, you may decline to do so; but if you choose not to provide information that is necessary to provide some of our Services, you may not be able to use those Services.

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Biometric information, such as a face geometry scan when you use our virtual try-on feature.

Excerpt from Target'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

Applicable regulations

CCPA/CPRA
California, USA
Connecticut Data Privacy Act Amendments
US-CT
CAN-SPAM
United States Federal
FTC Act Section 5
United States Federal
Indiana Consumer Data Protection Act
US-IN
Kentucky Consumer Data Protection Act
US-KY
TCPA
United States Federal
Universal Opt-Out Mechanism Expansion 2026
US

Provision details

Document information
Document
Target Privacy Policy
Entity
Target
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
May 21, 2026
Last verified
May 21, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-012844
Document ID
CA-D-00260
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
d7515e630a65aad58c9148a9c23310bdb5ac55c05508e24d7e9bb18074d57946
Analysis generated
May 21, 2026 02:11 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: Target
Document: Target Privacy Policy
Record ID: CA-P-012844
Captured: 2026-05-21 02:11:48 UTC
SHA-256: d7515e630a65aad5…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/target/target-privacy-policy/provision/CA-P-012844/biometric-identifier-collection/
Accessed: Sept. 8, 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 Target's Biometric Identifier Collection clause do?

This provision requires compliance with state biometric privacy statutes including the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA), the Texas Capture or Use of Biometric Identifier Act (CUBI), and Washington's biometric privacy law, each of which imposes specific written consent, retention schedule, and destruction obligations prior to and following collection of biometric identifiers.

How does this clause affect you?

This provision establishes that consumers who use Target's virtual try-on feature provide biometric face geometry data to Target; the policy discloses this collection but the consent mechanism and retention/destruction commitments applicable to this data category are not fully detailed in the policy text itself.

How many platforms have this type of clause?

ConductAtlas has identified this type of provision across 290 platforms. See the full comparison.

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