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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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"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. The FTC has taken enforcement action against companies that share or sell location data without adequate consumer notice or consent. Several states including Virginia, Colorado, and Connecticut have enacted privacy laws that treat precise geolocation as sensitive data requiring opt-in or opt-out mechanisms. 2) GOVERNANCE EXPOSURE: High. Precise location data derived from GPS, Wi-Fi, and cell towers represents a broad collection scope. Combined with network usage and device identifier data, it enables detailed location profiling with significant regulatory exposure under CPRA and analogous state laws. 3) JURISDICTION FLAGS: California CPRA creates the most specific obligation, requiring disclosure of sensitive personal information use and an opt-out right. Illinois, New York, and other states with pending or enacted privacy legislation may impose additional requirements. Cross-border transfer of location data to advertising partners may also engage state-specific rules. 4) CONTRACT AND VENDOR IMPLICATIONS: Organizations sharing employee device data with Verizon should assess whether location data collection under this policy is consistent with their own employee privacy obligations, particularly in jurisdictions with strong workplace privacy protections. 5) COMPLIANCE CONSIDERATIONS: Compliance teams should confirm that precise geolocation data is identified in data inventories as sensitive personal information under CPRA and analogous laws, that opt-out mechanisms are functioning and accessible, and that third-party sharing of location data is governed by appropriate data processing agreements.
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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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