The policy states that TikTok automatically collects keystroke patterns or rhythms from users' devices as part of technical information collection, alongside device identifiers, IP addresses, app and file names, and audio device configuration.
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The collection of keystroke patterns or rhythms is operationally distinct from standard device fingerprinting practices and may be used for behavioral biometric authentication, fraud detection, or user identification purposes. The policy does not specify the exclusive purpose for which keystroke data is collected.
⚠ Keystroke patterns and rhythms will be automatically collected during use of the Services under the terms as written
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Compare across platforms →"Technical information from your device, network, and application, including your IP address, user agent, mobile carrier, time zone settings, identifiers for advertising purposes, model of your device, the device system, network type, your screen resolution and operating system, app and file names and types, keystroke patterns or rhythms, battery state, audio settings and connected audio devices.Excerpt from TikTok's Privacy Policy
(1) REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: Keystroke pattern collection may qualify as biometric information under certain state privacy frameworks or as behavioral biometric data subject to additional consent requirements.
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The collection of keystroke patterns or rhythms is operationally distinct from standard device fingerprinting practices and may be used for behavioral biometric authentication, fraud detection, or user identification purposes. The policy does not specify the exclusive purpose for which keystroke data is collected.
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