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Affiliate and Third-Party Disclosure for Advertising Purposes

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What it is

The policy authorizes disclosure of customer information within Verizon's affiliate network, to service providers, and to third parties for a listed set of purposes including advertising, fraud prevention, directory assistance, legal compliance, credit and collections, and caller ID.

This analysis describes what Verizon'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)

This provision establishes the operational framework for customer data disclosure, authorizing sharing across Verizon affiliates and to third parties for advertising purposes; the scope of affiliate sharing and the identity of advertising-purpose recipients are not specified in the summary, creating data mapping and consent compliance obligations under CCPA, the Cable Act, and applicable state laws.

Interpretive note: The summary does not specify which third parties receive customer data for advertising purposes, the scope of affiliate sharing for marketing, or the specific consent mechanism applicable to Cable Act-governed data disclosures.

Clause Stability Stable

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Changes
5
Months Monitored
Jul 9, 2026
First Seen
Jul 9, 2026
Last Seen

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Under this provision, the agreement authorizes Verizon to share customer information with its affiliates and with third parties for purposes including advertising, fraud prevention, and legal compliance. The policy states that consumers have choices about whether certain information may be disclosed within Verizon for marketing purposes.

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
    Access the Verizon Privacy Dashboard to adjust choices about whether information may be disclosed within Verizon for marketing purposes and for advertising-related disclosures to third parties.

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We disclose information within Verizon including with our affiliates; with service providers who perform work on our behalf; and with others as described in this policy including for fraud prevention, directory assistance, legal compliance, credit and collections, caller id, and certain advertising purposes.

Excerpt from Verizon's Privacy Policy (Summary)

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Institutional analysis (regulatory & governance intelligence)

(1) REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: Disclosure of cable subscriber information for advertising purposes engages the federal Cable Act, which requires opt-in consent for disclosure of personally identifiable information to third parties and restricts use of cable service …

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Applicable agencies

  • Federal Trade Commission (ftc)
    Oversees unfair or deceptive business practices and can investigate companies that mislead consumers about data collection, sharing, or use.
    Who can file: Anyone affected by the company's practices (US or international)
    What you need: Your account details, a timeline of relevant events, and a description of the specific issue
    What to expect: Complaints inform FTC enforcement priorities and investigations but do not result in individual resolution or compensation
    File a complaint →
  • 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

Provision details

Document information
Document
Verizon Privacy Policy (Summary)
Entity
Verizon
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
April 28, 2026
Last verified
July 9, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-015595
Document ID
CA-D-00338
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
7f0816bfbd1b2adb144e6a85b9b296f6f1d8dc0751da636bc2b7ed471d79c51a
Analysis generated
April 28, 2026 05:59 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
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Citation Record
Entity: Verizon
Document: Verizon Privacy Policy (Summary)
Record ID: CA-P-015595
Captured: 2026-04-28 05:59:09 UTC
SHA-256: 7f0816bfbd1b2adb…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/verizon/verizon-privacy-policy-summary/provision/CA-P-015595/affiliate-and-third-party-disclosure-for-advertising-purposes/
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 Verizon's Affiliate and Third-Party Disclosure for Advertising Purposes clause do?

This provision establishes the operational framework for customer data disclosure, authorizing sharing across Verizon affiliates and to third parties for advertising purposes; the scope of affiliate sharing and the identity of advertising-purpose recipients are not specified in the summary, creating data mapping and consent compliance obligations under CCPA, the Cable Act, and applicable state laws.

How does this clause affect you?

Under this provision, the agreement authorizes Verizon to share customer information with its affiliates and with third parties for purposes including advertising, fraud prevention, and legal compliance. The policy states that consumers have choices about whether certain information may be disclosed within Verizon for marketing purposes.

Is ConductAtlas affiliated with Verizon?

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