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Sharing with Advertising and Analytics Partners

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What it is

Zoom shares website activity data with third-party advertising and analytics partners through third-party cookies, which may be used for targeted advertising based on website usage. Users can opt out of this data sharing through Zoom's Cookies Settings tool, and Zoom states it will obtain prior consent where required by law.

This analysis describes what Zoom'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 website behavioral data with advertising and analytics partners via third-party cookies for targeted advertising purposes. The opt-out mechanism is available through Zoom's Cookies Settings tool, and the provision notes consent will be obtained where legally required, which under GDPR and the ePrivacy Directive would include most EEA and UK users.

Clause Stability Stable

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Changes
4
Months Monitored
Jul 9, 2026
First Seen
Jul 9, 2026
Last Seen

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

This provision authorizes Zoom to share website activity data with third-party advertising and analytics partners through cookies for targeted advertising. Under this clause, users can opt out of third-party cookie-based data sharing by using the Cookies Settings tool accessible on Zoom's website.

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.
  • Opt Out of Arbitration
    Navigate to Zoom's website and access the Cookies Settings tool. Adjust your cookie preferences to opt out of third-party advertising and analytics cookies. Save your preferences.

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▸ View Original Clause Language DOCUMENT RECORD
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Zoom uses third-party marketing, advertising, and analytics providers: to provide statistics and analysis about how people are using Zoom products and services, including our website; and to provide advertising and marketing for Zoom products and services, including targeted advertising based on your use of our website. These third-party partners may receive information about your activities on Zoom's website through third-party cookies placed on Zoom's website. To opt out of our use of third-party cookies that share data with these partners, visit our cookie management tool, available in Cookies Settings. Where required by law, Zoom will first obtain your consent before engaging in the marketing or advertising activities described.

Excerpt from Zoom's Privacy Statement

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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

Provision details

Document information
Document
Zoom Privacy Statement
Entity
Zoom
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
July 9, 2026
Last verified
July 9, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-014450
Document ID
CA-D-00190
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
2cdaf89746b4ead6eb84dcc77d42c153ed2873fbea3fa5dae94f8a50d9833ee5
Analysis generated
July 9, 2026 05:36 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: Zoom
Document: Zoom Privacy Statement
Record ID: CA-P-014450
Captured: 2026-07-09 05:36:51 UTC
SHA-256: 2cdaf89746b4ead6…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/zoom/zoom-privacy-statement/provision/CA-P-014450/sharing-with-advertising-and-analytics-partners/
Accessed: Sept. 8, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
Classification
Severity
Medium
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Zoom's Sharing with Advertising and Analytics Partners clause do?

This provision authorizes sharing of website behavioral data with advertising and analytics partners via third-party cookies for targeted advertising purposes. The opt-out mechanism is available through Zoom's Cookies Settings tool, and the provision notes consent will be obtained where legally required, which under GDPR and the ePrivacy Directive would include most EEA and UK users.

How does this clause affect you?

This provision authorizes Zoom to share website activity data with third-party advertising and analytics partners through cookies for targeted advertising. Under this clause, users can opt out of third-party cookie-based data sharing by using the Cookies Settings tool accessible on Zoom's website.

Is ConductAtlas affiliated with Zoom?

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