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Precise Geolocation Data Collection

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ConductAtlas Analysis

Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

The provision establishes Walmart's authority to gather and process granular location information across multiple data collection methods and channels. This data collection framework supports the company's ability to deliver location-dependent functionality and inform marketing activities.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Users of Walmart's mobile applications and in-store services operate under terms that permit collection of precise geolocation data through multiple technical mechanisms. The terms note that users may restrict this collection through device-level settings, which represents the available mechanism for limiting data collection scope.

How other platforms handle this

Uber Medium

Uber collects precise or approximate location data from riders' and order recipients' mobile devices when the Uber app is running in the foreground (app open and on-screen) or background (app open but not on-screen) of their device. Uber collects this data from the time a ride or order is requested ...

PayPal Medium

Geolocation data: Such as Global Positioning System ("GPS"), which we may collect with your consent if you have an account for financial Services, and IP-based geolocation data during your user experience or based on your mobile application settings. [...] If you agree to let us track your precise g...

DoorDash Medium

We collect precise location data from your mobile device when you use our platform, including when the app is running in the foreground or background, to facilitate delivery services, improve our platform, and for other purposes described in this Privacy Policy. We treat precise geolocation as sensi...

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▸ View Original Clause Language DOCUMENT RECORD
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We collect precise geolocation data when you use our mobile applications or visit our stores, including GPS coordinates, Wi-Fi signals, and Bluetooth data. This information is used to provide location-based services, improve our services, and for marketing purposes. You may be able to limit this collection through your device settings.

— Excerpt from Walmart's Walmart Privacy Policy

Applicable regulations

CCPA/CPRA
California, USA
Connecticut Data Privacy Act Amendments
US-CT
CAN-SPAM
United States Federal
FTC Act Section 5
United States Federal
Indiana Consumer Data Protection Act
US-IN
Kentucky Consumer Data Protection Act
US-KY
TCPA
United States Federal
Universal Opt-Out Mechanism Expansion 2026
US

Provision details

Document information
Document
Walmart Privacy Policy
Entity
Walmart
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
May 7, 2026
Last verified
May 12, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-005039
Document ID
CA-D-00617
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
9200be8a92b071fecc372cef5e5d5d41ac0ea9720243d99cf467dc9f3ca2026b
Analysis generated
May 7, 2026 15:27 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: Walmart
Document: Walmart Privacy Policy
Record ID: CA-P-005039
Captured: 2026-05-07 15:27:09 UTC
SHA-256: 9200be8a92b071fe…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/walmart/walmart-privacy-policy/precise-geolocation-data-collection/
Accessed: May 20, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
Classification
Severity
High
Categories

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Walmart's Precise Geolocation Data Collection clause do?

The provision establishes Walmart's authority to gather and process granular location information across multiple data collection methods and channels. This data collection framework supports the company's ability to deliver location-dependent functionality and inform marketing activities.

How does this clause affect you?

Users of Walmart's mobile applications and in-store services operate under terms that permit collection of precise geolocation data through multiple technical mechanisms. The terms note that users may restrict this collection through device-level settings, which represents the available mechanism for limiting data collection scope.

How many platforms have this type of clause?

ConductAtlas has identified this type of provision across 10 platforms. See the full comparison.

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