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The provision establishes multiple mechanisms for location data collection operating on different technical bases—network-derived approximate location occurs automatically, while precise location collection requires user enablement through device settings. This operational structure allows the service to maintain location data availability across different user configurations.
Under these terms, TikTok collects approximate location information through network and device data as a standard practice, and collects precise location data only if the user affirmatively enables location services on their device. Users retain the ability to disable location services collection at any time through device settings.
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Location data. Data about your device's location, which can be either precise or imprecise. For example, we collect location data using Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) (e.g., GPS) and data about nearby cell towers and Wi-Fi hotspots. Location can also be inferred from a device's IP address...
We collect information about your approximate and precise location. If you permit us to do so, we can collect your precise location from your device. We also use your IP address to determine your general location. You can use Snap Map to share your location with your friends and to see the locations...
We rely on our legitimate interests or those of a third party where they are not outweighed by your interests and fundamental rights, to process the following information: Contact Information, Identity Information, User-Generated Content Information, Booking Information, Job Applicant Information – ...
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"We also collect information about your approximate location based on your device and network information, such as SIM card region, IP address, and device system settings. We also collect information, such as tourist attractions, shops, or other points of interest, if you choose to add the location to your user content. Also, if you choose to enable location services for the TikTok app within your device settings, we collect approximate or precise location information from your device. You can turn off location services from your device settings at any time.— Excerpt from TikTok's TikTok Privacy Policy
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The provision establishes multiple mechanisms for location data collection operating on different technical bases—network-derived approximate location occurs automatically, while precise location collection requires user enablement through device settings. This operational structure allows the service to maintain location data availability across different user configurations.
Under these terms, TikTok collects approximate location information through network and device data as a standard practice, and collects precise location data only if the user affirmatively enables location services on their device. Users retain the ability to disable location services collection at any time through device settings.
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