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AI and machine learning model training using collected data

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What it is

This provision authorizes X to use data collected from users, as well as publicly available information, to train its own machine learning and artificial intelligence models for the purposes described in the policy.

This analysis describes what X'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

Clause Stability Stable

0
Changes
5
Months Monitored
Jul 10, 2026
First Seen
Jul 10, 2026
Last Seen
This clause type exists across 921 other provisions on other platforms.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Under this clause, information collected from users during platform use, including posts, interactions, and behavioral data, may be used to train X's AI and machine learning models, subject to the purposes described elsewhere in the policy.

How other platforms handle this

Adobe Medium

How Adobe analyzes your content using techniques such as machine learning in order to improve our Services and Software, and how to opt out of this.

GitHub Medium

We generate new information from other data we collect to derive likely preferences or other characteristics. For instance, we infer your general geographic location based on your IP address.

MyFitnessPal Medium

We use your personal information to improve and enhance our Services, including through the use of various technologies (e.g., business intelligence tools, machine learning systems, and artificial intelligence), personalize content and features to your interests and goals...

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We may use the information we collect and publicly available information to help train our machine learning or artificial intelligence models for the purposes outlined in this policy.

Excerpt from X's Privacy Policy

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Institutional analysis (regulatory & governance intelligence)

(1) REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: This provision engages GDPR's requirements for lawful basis (Article 6) and purpose limitation (Article 5(1)(b)), as enforced by the Irish Data Protection Commission for EU/EEA users.

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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
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Applicable regulations

Colorado AI Act
US-CO
GDPR
European Union
Texas AI Act
Texas, USA
UK GDPR
United Kingdom

Provision details

Document information
Document
X Privacy Policy
Entity
X
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
May 8, 2026
Last verified
July 15, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-018736
Document ID
CA-D-00030
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
e00919b5d0214be41119319b3de0568b7345a02bcc5b611e80f36e5c0783a3cb
Analysis generated
May 8, 2026 12:18 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: X
Document: X Privacy Policy
Record ID: CA-P-018736
Captured: 2026-05-08 12:18:24 UTC
SHA-256: e00919b5d0214be4…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/x/x-privacy-policy/provision/CA-P-018736/ai-and-machine-learning-model-training-using-collected-data/
Accessed: Aug. 18, 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 X's AI and machine learning model training using collected data clause do?

This provision authorizes X to use data collected from users, as well as publicly available information, to train its own machine learning and artificial intelligence models for the purposes described in the policy.

How does this clause affect you?

Under this clause, information collected from users during platform use, including posts, interactions, and behavioral data, may be used to train X's AI and machine learning models, subject to the purposes described elsewhere in the policy.

How many platforms have this type of clause?

ConductAtlas has identified this type of provision across 217 platforms. See the full comparison.

Is ConductAtlas affiliated with X?

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