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Third-Party Data Sharing and Lead Referral Authorization

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What it is

When users submit contact forms or indicate interest in a Third-Party Provider through Zillow's Services, the agreement authorizes transfer of user contact and other personal information to those providers, who may retain it and use it for telemarketing calls. Zillow states it does not control how Third-Party Providers handle received information.

This analysis describes what Zillow'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

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Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

This provision authorizes sharing of user contact information, including name and phone number, with third-party real estate professionals, mortgage lenders, and other providers, who may use it for telemarketing and are not contractually bound to Zillow's data handling standards after receipt.

Interpretive note: Whether contact form submission constitutes sufficient TCPA prior express written consent depends on the specific disclosure language presented at the point of submission, which is not reproduced in the master terms document.

Recent Activity

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Medium Jul 13, 2026

The updated terms establish explicit consent for Zillow to contact you through email, phone calls, text messages, and in-app features using automatic dialing systems and prerecorded voices. These communications may include advertising or marketing offers alongside transactional messages. Message and data rates may apply depending on your carrier, and contact frequency will vary based on your account activity. You can opt out of text messages at any time by replying STOP, and calls with Zillow employees may be recorded for quality control and internal business purposes.

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Jul 9, 2026
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Jul 9, 2026
Last Seen
This clause has changed once in 4 months of monitoring.

Change history

added Jul 13, 2026

New provision explicitly authorizes sharing of user contact information with uncontrolled third parties and discloses likelihood of unsolicited telemarketing calls.

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Consumer impact (what this means for users)

The agreement states that submitting a contact form or indicating interest in a Third-Party Provider authorizes Zillow to transfer user contact and personal information to that provider, who may retain it independently and initiate telemarketing calls. Zillow disclaims responsibility for how Third-Party Providers handle or use that information after transfer.

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▸ View Original Clause Language DOCUMENT RECORD
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By using a tool that allows for User Information to be transferred, you agree that we may transfer the applicable User Information or other information to the applicable third-parties, which are not under our control. If you submit a contact form or otherwise indicate your interest in contacting a Third-Party Provider, you may receive telemarketing calls from the Third-Party Provider using the contact information you provided. Third-Party Providers may keep your contact information and any other information received by the Third-Party Provider in processing a contact or other request form.

Excerpt from Zillow's Terms of Use

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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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  • 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

Provision details

Document information
Document
Zillow Terms of Use
Entity
Zillow
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
July 9, 2026
Last verified
July 9, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-014238
Document ID
CA-D-00231
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
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Analysis generated
July 9, 2026 05:04 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
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Citation Record
Entity: Zillow
Document: Zillow Terms of Use
Record ID: CA-P-014238
Captured: 2026-07-09 05:04:11 UTC
SHA-256: 2cb652db3ff156ae…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/zillow/zillow-terms-of-use/provision/CA-P-014238/third-party-data-sharing-and-lead-referral-authorization/
Accessed: Sept. 8, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Zillow's Third-Party Data Sharing and Lead Referral Authorization clause do?

This provision authorizes sharing of user contact information, including name and phone number, with third-party real estate professionals, mortgage lenders, and other providers, who may use it for telemarketing and are not contractually bound to Zillow's data handling standards after receipt.

How does this clause affect you?

The agreement states that submitting a contact form or indicating interest in a Third-Party Provider authorizes Zillow to transfer user contact and personal information to that provider, who may retain it independently and initiate telemarketing calls. Zillow disclaims responsibility for how Third-Party Providers handle or use that information after transfer.

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