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This clause establishes the operational basis for TikTok's use of user-generated data and behavioral signals as inputs for artificial intelligence and machine learning development. The authorization covers both the collection mechanism (monitoring activity, scanning content) and the application of that data (model training, algorithm testing, technology improvement).
Users operating under these terms authorize TikTok to process their content, messages, usage patterns, and associated metadata for machine learning purposes without separate opt-in. The provision applies to all user activity across devices used to access the service, extending the data processing scope beyond immediate service delivery to research and development functions.
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We may use aggregated, de-identified data derived from your use of our services, including document metadata and usage patterns, to develop, train, and improve our artificial intelligence and machine learning models and product features.
engage in any of the foregoing in connection with any use, creation, development, modification, prompting, fine-tuning, training, testing, benchmarking or validation of any artificial intelligence or machine learning tool, model, system, algorithm, product or other technology ("AI Tool").
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"To review, support, improve, and develop the Services, and train, test, and improve technology, such as machine learning models and algorithms, including by analyzing how people are using the Services; conducting research; soliciting feedback; monitoring your activity and usage across the devices you use to access the Services; and scanning, analyzing, and reviewing user content, messages, AI interactions, and associated metadata.— Excerpt from TikTok's TikTok Privacy Policy
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This clause establishes the operational basis for TikTok's use of user-generated data and behavioral signals as inputs for artificial intelligence and machine learning development. The authorization covers both the collection mechanism (monitoring activity, scanning content) and the application of that data (model training, algorithm testing, technology improvement).
Users operating under these terms authorize TikTok to process their content, messages, usage patterns, and associated metadata for machine learning purposes without separate opt-in. The provision applies to all user activity across devices used to access the service, extending the data processing scope beyond immediate service delivery to research and development functions.
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