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Data Collection and Use Terms

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What it is

Verizon collects information about how you use your device and services, which may be shared with affiliates and third parties for advertising and other purposes.

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

ConductAtlas Analysis

Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

The provision establishes the operational framework under which Verizon processes personal and usage data. This determines what customer information the carrier collects as a standard business practice and the permissible uses and disclosures of that information.

Clause Stability Stable

0
Changes
5
Months Monitored
Apr 3, 2026
First Seen
Apr 10, 2026
Last Seen
This clause type exists across 3334 other provisions on other platforms.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Verizon may collect and use your personal data — including location, network usage, and device information — for advertising and analytics purposes. California residents and others may have rights to opt out of certain data sharing under state privacy laws.

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.
  • Delete Your Data
    Visit Verizon's privacy page, navigate to data rights options, and submit a request to access, delete, or restrict use of your personal data. California residents can also opt out of data sale/sharing.

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ConductAtlas Analysis

Institutional analysis (regulatory & governance intelligence)

Verizon's data collection practices engage CCPA/CPRA obligations for California residents, FTC Section 5 consumer protection standards, and CPNI regulations under 47 U.S.C.

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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

Applicable regulations

CCPA/CPRA
California, USA
Colorado AI Act
US-CO
CAN-SPAM
United States Federal
ePrivacy Directive
European Union
FTC Act Section 5
United States Federal
GDPR
European Union
TCPA
United States Federal

Provision details

Document information
Document
Verizon Terms of Service
Entity
Verizon
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
March 20, 2026
Last verified
March 20, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-001667
Document ID
CA-D-00337
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
d2b993e45f3c820216a106082aad79e2b314e65a836d4cef515bab8b16691e5e
Analysis generated
March 20, 2026 06:06 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: Verizon
Document: Verizon Terms of Service
Record ID: CA-P-001667
Captured: 2026-03-20 06:06:01 UTC
SHA-256: d2b993e45f3c8202…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/verizon/verizon-terms-of-service/provision/CA-P-001667/data-collection-and-use-terms/
Accessed: Sept. 8, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
Classification
Severity
High
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Verizon's Data Collection and Use Terms clause do?

The provision establishes the operational framework under which Verizon processes personal and usage data. This determines what customer information the carrier collects as a standard business practice and the permissible uses and disclosures of that information.

How does this clause affect you?

Verizon may collect and use your personal data — including location, network usage, and device information — for advertising and analytics purposes. California residents and others may have rights to opt out of certain data sharing under state privacy laws.

How many platforms have this type of clause?

ConductAtlas has identified this type of provision across 279 platforms. See the full comparison.

Is ConductAtlas affiliated with Verizon?

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