The policy states that Verizon collects precise location information derived from GPS, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth signals, and cell tower proximity data, and uses and shares this information as described across the policy's data use and sharing provisions.
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This provision authorizes collection of multiple categories of precise location data, including GPS coordinates and cell tower proximity, and its combination with other data types enables detailed location profiling. Under CPRA, precise geolocation is classified as sensitive personal information subject to opt-out rights.
Under this clause, Verizon collects GPS-derived, Wi-Fi-derived, Bluetooth-derived, and cell tower proximity location data, which may be used for service delivery, advertising, and analytics, with opt-out available for certain uses through device and account settings.
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To stop us collecting your location information, you can update your device settings, stop using the Service, or uninstall our mobile apps.
We will also provide an individual opt-out choice, or opt-in for sensitive data, before we share your data with third parties other than our agents, or before we use it for a purpose other than which it was originally collected.
to request that your data be transferred to a third party (data portability)
"Location information. This includes information about your location when you use our services, information derived from GPS, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth signals, information about cell towers and Wi-Fi access points near your device, and similar information.Excerpt from Verizon's Privacy Policy (Summary)
1) REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: California CPRA classifies precise geolocation data as sensitive personal information and requires businesses to provide an opt-out for its use and disclosure.
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This provision authorizes collection of multiple categories of precise location data, including GPS coordinates and cell tower proximity, and its combination with other data types enables detailed location profiling. Under CPRA, precise geolocation is classified as sensitive personal information subject to opt-out rights.
Under this clause, Verizon collects GPS-derived, Wi-Fi-derived, Bluetooth-derived, and cell tower proximity location data, which may be used for service delivery, advertising, and analytics, with opt-out available for certain uses through device and account settings.
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