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The clause establishes the operational scope of X's data processing by specifying that inferences—not merely collection of stated information—constitute an authorized use of user data. This extends the company's processing authority beyond explicitly provided information to derived attributes.
Interpretive note: The clause's qualifier 'if permitted by applicable law' creates interpretive uncertainty about which legal basis applies in each jurisdiction and whether existing consent mechanisms are sufficient under GDPR Article 9 or CPRA.
Users' posted content and interaction patterns become inputs for inferential processing that generates demographic and interest-based attributes. The provision permits use of sensitive personal information for inference purposes where law allows, expanding the categories of information X may process beyond what users directly disclose.
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"We may use the information we collect to make inferences about you. For example, we infer your age range, the languages you speak, and your interests (like sports, news, politics, and finance) based on what you post and how you interact with X. We may also use your sensitive personal information to make inferences if permitted by applicable law.— Excerpt from X's X Privacy Policy
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The clause establishes the operational scope of X's data processing by specifying that inferences—not merely collection of stated information—constitute an authorized use of user data. This extends the company's processing authority beyond explicitly provided information to derived attributes.
Users' posted content and interaction patterns become inputs for inferential processing that generates demographic and interest-based attributes. The provision permits use of sensitive personal information for inference purposes where law allows, expanding the categories of information X may process beyond what users directly disclose.
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