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Global Privacy Control (GPC) Recognition

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What it is

The policy states that Target processes Global Privacy Control browser signals as valid opt-out requests from consumers for the sale or sharing of personal information.

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)

Recognition of GPC signals as valid opt-out requests is required under CPRA regulations for businesses subject to CCPA/CPRA; this provision creates an operational obligation to implement technical GPC signal recognition consistently across all digital surfaces and to honor those signals within the 15-business-day response period.

Clause Stability Stable

0
Changes
5
Months Monitored
May 8, 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 using GPC-compatible browsers can automatically signal an opt-out of the sale or sharing of personal information to Target without submitting a separate privacy request; the opt-out applies to data sale and sharing for advertising purposes as described in the policy.

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.
  • Opt Out of Arbitration
    Enable Global Privacy Control in a compatible browser (such as Firefox with a GPC extension or Brave browser) to automatically signal your opt-out preference to Target and other participating websites.

How other platforms handle this

Notion Medium

we do honor legally-recognized browser-based mechanisms (such as the Global Privacy Control designed to signal your opt out choices under certain state laws).

Google Cloud Medium

When you use them, we'll validate your request by verifying your identity (for example, by confirming that you're signed in to your Google Account).

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.

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We process Global Privacy Control signals as opt-out requests for the sale or sharing of personal information.

Excerpt from Target's Privacy Policy

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Applicable agencies

  • 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-005829
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-005829
Captured: 2026-05-21 02:11:48 UTC
SHA-256: d7515e630a65aad5…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/target/target-privacy-policy/provision/CA-P-005829/global-privacy-control-gpc-recognition/
Accessed: Sept. 8, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Target's Global Privacy Control (GPC) Recognition clause do?

Recognition of GPC signals as valid opt-out requests is required under CPRA regulations for businesses subject to CCPA/CPRA; this provision creates an operational obligation to implement technical GPC signal recognition consistently across all digital surfaces and to honor those signals within the 15-business-day response period.

How does this clause affect you?

This provision establishes that consumers using GPC-compatible browsers can automatically signal an opt-out of the sale or sharing of personal information to Target without submitting a separate privacy request; the opt-out applies to data sale and sharing for advertising purposes as described in the policy.

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