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Collection of Sensitive Personal Data (Including Biometric Data)

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What it is

Target may collect sensitive categories of personal information, including biometric data (such as facial geometry in certain states), precise geolocation, and financial information, depending on how you interact with their services.

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)

Biometric and sensitive data carries heightened privacy risks because it is difficult or impossible to change if compromised, and its collection may be subject to strict state laws like Illinois' BIPA.

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 policy page and submit a data deletion request to request removal of sensitive personal data including biometric information.

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Institutional analysis (regulatory & governance intelligence)

Collection of biometric identifiers triggers obligations under the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA), Texas CUBI, and Washington's My Health MY Data Act. CPRA also requires a higher standard of care for sensitive personal information. Legal teams should audit specific biometric data collection practices and consent mechanisms.

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Applicable agencies

  • State AG
    State attorneys general in Illinois, Texas, and Washington enforce biometric privacy laws that may apply to Target's data collection practices.
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  • FTC
    The FTC has enforcement authority over unfair or deceptive practices involving the collection of sensitive consumer data.
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Provision details

Document information
Document
Target Privacy Policy
Entity
Target
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
March 24, 2026
Last verified
March 24, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-00260001
Document ID
CA-D-00260
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
f370f2b7bfe1531a7cebecc753c3e4d0940e9b6b36104765ee9f68f78c199fe9
Analysis generated
March 24, 2026 07:14 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: Target
Document: Target Privacy Policy
Record ID: CA-P-00260001
Captured: 2026-03-24 07:14:57 UTC
SHA-256: f370f2b7bfe1531a…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/target/target-privacy-policy/collection-of-sensitive-personal-data-including-biometric-data/
Accessed: July 25, 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 Collection of Sensitive Personal Data (Including Biometric Data) clause do?

Biometric and sensitive data carries heightened privacy risks because it is difficult or impossible to change if compromised, and its collection may be subject to strict state laws like Illinois' BIPA.

Is ConductAtlas affiliated with Target?

No. ConductAtlas is an independent monitoring service. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Target.