News
We post when we first read a company, when listed wording changes — with the old quote and the new one when we can — and when public sources cover the problem we solve, reading aids like ours, or rules that change what Agree can mean.
Missing a company?
Paste its URL or the words, or ask us to add it.
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 1 wording change below.
The current grade is C.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
Was
“com%2Fpolicies%2Fcommunity-standards%2F&h=AUCf95tukftFrJ9WnDnen1gsM_wrzWb1KzTGyvBrwllU49bCCbMeuGFN7JHGq_3FWNnA0YVj5gCtLMXs7Lou68LwEiUNZrKcY6fiSUkwVpy7bH4ifeyGJwn6FRHVBtPowHu34SMvR-0FxYi2), we’ll let you know and explain any options you have to request another review, unless you seriously or repeatedly violate these Terms or if doing so may expose us or others to legal liability; harm our community”
Now
“com%2Fpolicies%2Fcommunity-standards%2F&h=AUCSkDIriQ_paOffB8xtnj-pjwtZJWdZLyPDQe7v9hFYudGlSZ3ir3RqNMgDkPKNtP4VOi4S1IZzIX6M7is_iE9tPk2c9I6Vszw-Xl6YN_-H43VuXnyKBiMDzv8sFFbk1Ko25_5NcKgGzXTd), we’ll let you know and explain any options you have to request another review, unless you seriously or repeatedly violate these Terms or if doing so may expose us or others to legal liability; harm our community”
Oct 19, 2026 · C
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 1 wording change below.
The current grade is C.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
Was
“com%2Fpolicies%2Fcommunity-standards%2F&h=AUDW4C3RUfhna22PfqS7Z0f7fHnhtSCDfWMVJUS0OGH6FE7s0unV2BJsLAps0hPA-ByYJfZo_9CWu5zni7nelrpfdltXZlYcd6qFg-w3PKDv0ML6gNf8sMAiucfug3UJn6qDSzW0Kh7JEOaM), we’ll let you know and explain any options you have to request another review, unless you seriously or repeatedly violate these Terms or if doing so may expose us or others to legal liability; harm our community”
Now
“com%2Fpolicies%2Fcommunity-standards%2F&h=AUCf95tukftFrJ9WnDnen1gsM_wrzWb1KzTGyvBrwllU49bCCbMeuGFN7JHGq_3FWNnA0YVj5gCtLMXs7Lou68LwEiUNZrKcY6fiSUkwVpy7bH4ifeyGJwn6FRHVBtPowHu34SMvR-0FxYi2), we’ll let you know and explain any options you have to request another review, unless you seriously or repeatedly violate these Terms or if doing so may expose us or others to legal liability; harm our community”
Oct 18, 2026 · C
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 1 wording change below.
The current grade is C.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
Was
“com%2Fpolicies%2Fcommunity-standards%2F&h=AUD8VxgPmg9opNVEZloAZZ6Gtnz3kmVd-aa3GWtAnDnYA5g20jN9GgqSLsX_grJmD_pyQe8a6FNsv_JsUaT4l7FljzDF8Nfgz2k9Kla2V8bPJ_Dk961DN1wspi5PTF2g5y7ZWPzdDn0UH2dg), we’ll let you know and explain any options you have to request another review, unless you seriously or repeatedly violate these Terms or if doing so may expose us or others to legal liability; harm our community”
Now
“com%2Fpolicies%2Fcommunity-standards%2F&h=AUDW4C3RUfhna22PfqS7Z0f7fHnhtSCDfWMVJUS0OGH6FE7s0unV2BJsLAps0hPA-ByYJfZo_9CWu5zni7nelrpfdltXZlYcd6qFg-w3PKDv0ML6gNf8sMAiucfug3UJn6qDSzW0Kh7JEOaM), we’ll let you know and explain any options you have to request another review, unless you seriously or repeatedly violate these Terms or if doing so may expose us or others to legal liability; harm our community”
Oct 18, 2026 · C
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 1 wording change below.
The current grade is C.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
Was
“com%2Fpolicies%2Fcommunity-standards%2F&h=AUDhH1pR9LjexIbrRbEQNHNErwsuFGaPfeNSxRIuOWBBUxdkJVX_nhr6g-Ji5uVexi9valWHhxGnAUOyDB5BubNEBs52jU6xIVRvnE6gKBwdS0HT7kIhRjsIR5AQAuHNemPtBB9YtAgn8PMm), we’ll let you know and explain any options you have to request another review, unless you seriously or repeatedly violate these Terms or if doing so may expose us or others to legal liability; harm our community”
Now
“com%2Fpolicies%2Fcommunity-standards%2F&h=AUD8VxgPmg9opNVEZloAZZ6Gtnz3kmVd-aa3GWtAnDnYA5g20jN9GgqSLsX_grJmD_pyQe8a6FNsv_JsUaT4l7FljzDF8Nfgz2k9Kla2V8bPJ_Dk961DN1wspi5PTF2g5y7ZWPzdDn0UH2dg), we’ll let you know and explain any options you have to request another review, unless you seriously or repeatedly violate these Terms or if doing so may expose us or others to legal liability; harm our community”
Oct 18, 2026 · C
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 1 wording change below.
The current grade is C.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
Was
“com%2Fpolicies%2Fcommunity-standards%2F&h=AUBjRzjO9peqqoTq8WMgx9AIX9hOK77e6nZtQLEWtmG_NWSkqLZErFY2WaH5TS0LmGHySFWG-scbXR2tGuacj77y0imbt32RkZV59Y6JoYGS7awDTJ66mRw5fJMcXvaQBxqKY-_iG5g2aFMd), we’ll let you know and explain any options you have to request another review, unless you seriously or repeatedly violate these Terms or if doing so may expose us or others to legal liability; harm our community”
Now
“com%2Fpolicies%2Fcommunity-standards%2F&h=AUDhH1pR9LjexIbrRbEQNHNErwsuFGaPfeNSxRIuOWBBUxdkJVX_nhr6g-Ji5uVexi9valWHhxGnAUOyDB5BubNEBs52jU6xIVRvnE6gKBwdS0HT7kIhRjsIR5AQAuHNemPtBB9YtAgn8PMm), we’ll let you know and explain any options you have to request another review, unless you seriously or repeatedly violate these Terms or if doing so may expose us or others to legal liability; harm our community”
Oct 18, 2026 · C
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 1 wording change below.
The current grade is C.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
Was
“com%2Fpolicies%2Fcommunity-standards%2F&h=AUCXntlU-LwnEprSj4KZ9xqcTRW1fzSjGUBN4OwCqI3T1YVhlPze1QCRed1phrioPwXAEU0J_mNIlS510SmqnYQUIGcv-RQb1slFIn-Oenm6TZbM5U96a7gbxD8bq1ox2hqpzCqAaVhM79R2), we’ll let you know and explain any options you have to request another review, unless you seriously or repeatedly violate these Terms or if doing so may expose us or others to legal liability; harm our community”
Now
“com%2Fpolicies%2Fcommunity-standards%2F&h=AUBjRzjO9peqqoTq8WMgx9AIX9hOK77e6nZtQLEWtmG_NWSkqLZErFY2WaH5TS0LmGHySFWG-scbXR2tGuacj77y0imbt32RkZV59Y6JoYGS7awDTJ66mRw5fJMcXvaQBxqKY-_iG5g2aFMd), we’ll let you know and explain any options you have to request another review, unless you seriously or repeatedly violate these Terms or if doing so may expose us or others to legal liability; harm our community”
Oct 18, 2026 · C
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 1 wording change below.
The current grade is C.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
Was
“com%2Fpolicies%2Fcommunity-standards%2F&h=AUCEF4qKtu8zTJWe0h1GmfHD2_yONrey5eSUib3ypbyB9yvnehfI2n8JXl1uE20VaGxLs8nOVMgDk9WmXWGifFtNkzQb-U_I3fqj0sSipKdukzMxQo2QAbMHauYbZEoFsFELMuqKtyllK8nV), we’ll let you know and explain any options you have to request another review, unless you seriously or repeatedly violate these Terms or if doing so may expose us or others to legal liability; harm our community”
Now
“com%2Fpolicies%2Fcommunity-standards%2F&h=AUCXntlU-LwnEprSj4KZ9xqcTRW1fzSjGUBN4OwCqI3T1YVhlPze1QCRed1phrioPwXAEU0J_mNIlS510SmqnYQUIGcv-RQb1slFIn-Oenm6TZbM5U96a7gbxD8bq1ox2hqpzCqAaVhM79R2), we’ll let you know and explain any options you have to request another review, unless you seriously or repeatedly violate these Terms or if doing so may expose us or others to legal liability; harm our community”
Oct 18, 2026 · C
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 1 wording change below.
The current grade is C.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
Was
“com%2Fpolicies%2Fcommunity-standards%2F&h=AUCRCSmpsfVRVRFo9wg1VeBn9IGbPhl7gpcnt5NHhnDVKtqWeFU_FRXG7OLPHhy98AszPCdKKYr1d70synQuvoR6tCQwfPYsajpdto1AoExnCyFX4rETm0c21nX7GG9rzBJjDVMxQJ9xeT_Y), we’ll let you know and explain any options you have to request another review, unless you seriously or repeatedly violate these Terms or if doing so may expose us or others to legal liability; harm our community”
Now
“com%2Fpolicies%2Fcommunity-standards%2F&h=AUCEF4qKtu8zTJWe0h1GmfHD2_yONrey5eSUib3ypbyB9yvnehfI2n8JXl1uE20VaGxLs8nOVMgDk9WmXWGifFtNkzQb-U_I3fqj0sSipKdukzMxQo2QAbMHauYbZEoFsFELMuqKtyllK8nV), we’ll let you know and explain any options you have to request another review, unless you seriously or repeatedly violate these Terms or if doing so may expose us or others to legal liability; harm our community”
Oct 18, 2026 · C
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 1 wording change below.
The current grade is C.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
Was
“com%2Fpolicies%2Fcommunity-standards%2F&h=AUC8VDt170cUJmMfMG52sC4YRH8BvFIsFdf5duKSZG4wmg5tmkkQxXxSwbuXT9TmSshNv1ksfGKjhoF87O4oxJG1AQ9RDNmFXMyKB0J_BdiW4zosyhS4JmD7y4wzA4_R4QxLKurSMTnS6E0j), we’ll let you know and explain any options you have to request another review, unless you seriously or repeatedly violate these Terms or if doing so may expose us or others to legal liability; harm our community”
Now
“com%2Fpolicies%2Fcommunity-standards%2F&h=AUCRCSmpsfVRVRFo9wg1VeBn9IGbPhl7gpcnt5NHhnDVKtqWeFU_FRXG7OLPHhy98AszPCdKKYr1d70synQuvoR6tCQwfPYsajpdto1AoExnCyFX4rETm0c21nX7GG9rzBJjDVMxQJ9xeT_Y), we’ll let you know and explain any options you have to request another review, unless you seriously or repeatedly violate these Terms or if doing so may expose us or others to legal liability; harm our community”
Oct 18, 2026 · C
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 1 wording change below.
The current grade is C.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
Was
“com%2Fpolicies%2Fcommunity-standards%2F&h=AUADujzrewqfVQ-RceEBVg7FlWMOJsFf9dy6yiNdhuPfs3h9BDxqnrajlYdPcWYk3q0fClhrGRKC4sW207NcBhYYp4MMLm1Y5fN0I0Pbd4P76shMunKndgGZ3bMQJimkM8jc5lf7XAOkqsKt), we’ll let you know and explain any options you have to request another review, unless you seriously or repeatedly violate these Terms or if doing so may expose us or others to legal liability; harm our community”
Now
“com%2Fpolicies%2Fcommunity-standards%2F&h=AUC8VDt170cUJmMfMG52sC4YRH8BvFIsFdf5duKSZG4wmg5tmkkQxXxSwbuXT9TmSshNv1ksfGKjhoF87O4oxJG1AQ9RDNmFXMyKB0J_BdiW4zosyhS4JmD7y4wzA4_R4QxLKurSMTnS6E0j), we’ll let you know and explain any options you have to request another review, unless you seriously or repeatedly violate these Terms or if doing so may expose us or others to legal liability; harm our community”
Oct 18, 2026 · C
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 1 wording change below.
The grade moved from F to C.
Wording we could quote
Appeared
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
“com%2Fpolicies%2Fcommunity-standards%2F&h=AUADujzrewqfVQ-RceEBVg7FlWMOJsFf9dy6yiNdhuPfs3h9BDxqnrajlYdPcWYk3q0fClhrGRKC4sW207NcBhYYp4MMLm1Y5fN0I0Pbd4P76shMunKndgGZ3bMQJimkM8jc5lf7XAOkqsKt), we’ll let you know and explain any options you have to request another review, unless you seriously or repeatedly violate these Terms or if doing so may expose us or others to legal liability; harm our community”
Oct 18, 2026 · C
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 2 wording changes below.
The grade moved from D to F.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Liability shifted onto the user
Was
“our aggregate liability arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Meta Products will not exceed the greater of $100 or the amount you have paid us in the past twelve months.”
Now
“Our Products, however, are provided 'as is,' ... we also DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES... To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law under no circumstance will we be liable to you for any lost profits, revenues, information, or data...”
Appeared
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
“We will notify you... at least 30 days before we make changes to these Terms... Once any updated Terms are in effect, you will be bound by them if you continue to access or use our Products.”
Oct 17, 2026 · F
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 2 wording changes below.
The current grade is D.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Liability shifted onto the user
Was
“Our Products... are provided "as is," ... DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES... To the fullest extent permitted by law under no circumstance will we be liable to you for any lost profits... damages”
Now
“our aggregate liability arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Meta Products will not exceed the greater of $100 or the amount you have paid us in the past twelve months.”
No longer quoted
Forced arbitration or class-action waiver
“If you are a consumer... you may resolve your claim in any competent court... In all other cases... dispute must be resolved exclusively in the U.S. District Court”
Oct 17, 2026 · D
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 2 wording changes below.
The current grade is D.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Liability shifted onto the user
Was
“Our Products, however, are provided "as is," and we make no guarantees that they always will be safe, secure, or error-free... Our aggregate liability... will not exceed the greater of $100 or the amount you have paid us in the past twelve months.”
Now
“Our Products... are provided "as is," ... DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES... To the fullest extent permitted by law under no circumstance will we be liable to you for any lost profits... damages”
Appeared
Forced arbitration or class-action waiver
“If you are a consumer... you may resolve your claim in any competent court... In all other cases... dispute must be resolved exclusively in the U.S. District Court”
Oct 17, 2026 · D
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 1 wording change below.
The grade moved from C to F.
Wording we could quote
Appeared
Liability shifted onto the user
“our liability shall be limited to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law... Our aggregate liability arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Meta Products will not exceed the greater of $100 or the amount you have paid us in the past twelve months.”
Oct 17, 2026 · F
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 2 wording changes below.
The grade moved from D to F.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Tracking you across apps
Was
“we show you ads that we think may be relevant to you and we use your information to help determine which ads to show you... We show you ads that we think may be relevant to you and we use your information to help determine which ads to show you.”
Now
“we use data about the connections you make, the choices and settings you select, and what you share and do on and off our Products - to personalize your experience.”
Changed
Liability shifted onto the user
Was
“Provided that we have acted with professional diligence, we do not accept responsibility for losses not caused by our breach of these Terms or otherwise by our acts; losses that are not reasonably foreseeable... and events beyond our reasonable control.”
Now
“our liability shall be limited to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law. To the fullest extent permitted by law under no circumstance will we be liable to you for any lost profits, revenues, information, or data... or consequential, special, indirect... damages”
Oct 17, 2026 · F
Meta privacy policy changed
We quoted 1 wording change below.
The grade moved from F to A.
Wording we could quote
No longer quoted
Tracking you across apps
“we’ll use information that partners provide us about activity off the Meta Company Products and that we have associated with you to personalise ads that we show you on our Products, and on websites, apps and devices that use our advertising services.”
Oct 17, 2026 · A
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 3 wording changes below.
The grade moved from F to D.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Tracking you across apps
Was
“we use data about the connections you make, the choices and settings you select, and what you share and do on and off our Products - to personalize your experience.”
Now
“we show you ads that we think may be relevant to you and we use your information to help determine which ads to show you... We show you ads that we think may be relevant to you and we use your information to help determine which ads to show you.”
No longer quoted
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
“We will notify you ... at least 30 days before we make changes to these Terms ... unless changes are required by law. Once any updated Terms are in effect, you will be bound by them if you continue to access or use our Products.”
Changed
Liability shifted onto the user
Was
“We cannot predict when issues might arise with our Products. Accordingly, our liability shall be limited to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law under no circumstance will we be liable to you for any lost profits, revenues, information, or data... or consequential, special, indirect, exemplary, punitive, or incidental damages”
Now
“Provided that we have acted with professional diligence, we do not accept responsibility for losses not caused by our breach of these Terms or otherwise by our acts; losses that are not reasonably foreseeable... and events beyond our reasonable control.”
Oct 17, 2026 · D
Meta privacy policy changed
We quoted 1 wording change below.
The grade moved from A to F.
Wording we could quote
Appeared
Tracking you across apps
“we’ll use information that partners provide us about activity off the Meta Company Products and that we have associated with you to personalise ads that we show you on our Products, and on websites, apps and devices that use our advertising services.”
Oct 17, 2026 · F
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 2 wording changes below.
The grade moved from D to F.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Liability shifted onto the user
Was
“Our Products, however, are provided "as is," and we make no guarantees that they always will be safe, secure, or error-free... under no circumstance will we be liable to you for any lost profits, revenues, information, or data... Our aggregate liability... will not exceed the greater of $100”
Now
“We cannot predict when issues might arise with our Products. Accordingly, our liability shall be limited to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law under no circumstance will we be liable to you for any lost profits, revenues, information, or data... or consequential, special, indirect, exemplary, punitive, or incidental damages”
Appeared
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
“We will notify you ... at least 30 days before we make changes to these Terms ... unless changes are required by law. Once any updated Terms are in effect, you will be bound by them if you continue to access or use our Products.”
Oct 17, 2026 · F
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 2 wording changes below.
The current grade is D.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Liability shifted onto the user
Was
“Our Products, however, are provided "as is," and to the extent permissible by law, we make no guarantees that they always will be safe, secure, or error-free... DISCLAIMER ALL WARRANTIES...”
Now
“Our Products, however, are provided "as is," and we make no guarantees that they always will be safe, secure, or error-free... under no circumstance will we be liable to you for any lost profits, revenues, information, or data... Our aggregate liability... will not exceed the greater of $100”
No longer quoted
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
“We will notify you... at least 30 days before we make changes to these Terms... Once any updated Terms are in effect, you will be bound by them if you continue to access or use our Products.”
Oct 17, 2026 · D
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 1 wording change below.
The current grade is F.
Wording we could quote
No longer quoted
Jury trial or court access waived
“You and Meta each agree that any claim, cause of action, or dispute between us that arises out of or relates to these Terms or your access or use of the Meta Products shall be resolved exclusively in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California or a state court located in San Mateo County.”
Oct 16, 2026 · F
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 2 wording changes below.
The grade moved from C to F.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Liability shifted onto the user
Was
“our Products, however, are provided "as is," ... DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES... our liability shall be limited to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law.”
Now
“Our Products, however, are provided 'as is,' and we make no guarantees that they always will be safe, secure, or error-free... Our aggregate liability arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Meta Products will not exceed the greater of $100 or the amount you have paid us in the past twelve months.”
Appeared
Jury trial or court access waived
“You and Meta each agree that any claim, cause of action, or dispute between us that arises out of or relates to these Terms or your access or use of the Meta Products shall be resolved exclusively in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California or a state court located in San Mateo County.”
Oct 16, 2026 · F
What Agree can mean · FTC
Consumers get refunds from Walmart after money transfer fraud failures
The Federal Trade Commission is sending payments to consumers who lost money to scammers using Walmart’s wire transfer service.
Walmart settled charges that it failed to put effective fraud prevention in place and did not properly warn customers.
The company must now take steps to detect and prevent similar fraud.
Oct 16, 2026
What Agree can mean · FTC
FTC Sues Ticket Broker for Illegally Buying Bulk Tickets
The FTC has sued a ticket broker for violating the Better Online Ticket Sales (BOTS) Act.
The lawsuit alleges the broker used illegal tactics to bypass ticket limits and buy millions of event tickets.
These tickets were then resold for profit, undermining fair access for consumers.
Oct 16, 2026
What Agree can mean · EFF
Court allows lawsuit against government's online speech surveillance to proceed
The EFF is challenging the government’s mass surveillance of online speech, especially for noncitizens.
A federal court has allowed the lawsuit to move forward, rejecting the government's dismissal request.
This legal battle could impact how online user data is accessed and used by authorities.
Oct 16, 2026
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 1 wording change below.
The current grade is C.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Liability shifted onto the user
Was
“Our aggregate liability arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Meta Products will not exceed the greater of $100 or the amount you have paid us in the past twelve months.”
Now
“Our Products, however, are provided 'as is,'... we DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES... nor will we be liable to you for any lost profits, revenues, information, or data”
Oct 16, 2026 · C
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 2 wording changes below.
The grade moved from D to F.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
Was
“Once any updated Terms are in effect, you will be bound by them if you continue to access or use our Products.”
Now
“Unless otherwise required by law, we will notify you before we make changes to these Terms... Once any updated Terms are in effect, you will be bound by them if you continue to access or use our Products.”
Changed
Liability shifted onto the user
Was
“Our Products... are provided 'as is,' and to the extent permissible by law, we make no guarantees that they always will be safe, secure, or error-free... We do not control or direct what people and others do or say, and we are not responsible for their actions or conduct... Accordingly, our liability shall be limited to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law.”
Now
“Our Products, however, are provided "as is," and we make no guarantees that they always will be safe, secure, or error-free... under no circumstance will we be liable to you for any lost profits, revenues, information, or data, or consequential, special, indirect, exemplary, punitive, or incidental damages... Our aggregate liability... will not exceed the greater of $100 or the amount you have paid us in the past twelve months.”
Oct 16, 2026 · F
Wisconsin court asked to stop warrantless license plate tracking
A petition to the Wisconsin Supreme Court seeks to end warrantless searches of Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) databases.
These systems track the movements of many drivers, collecting data on sensitive activities.
The lawsuit aims to protect consumers from widespread tracking without their knowledge.
Oct 16, 2026
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 2 wording changes below.
The current grade is D.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Liability shifted onto the user
Was
“Our Products, however, are provided "as is," ... under no circumstance will we be liable to you for any lost profits, revenues, information, or data... Our aggregate liability... will not exceed the greater of $100 or the amount you have paid us”
Now
“Our Products... are provided 'as is,' and to the extent permissible by law, we make no guarantees that they always will be safe, secure, or error-free... We do not control or direct what people and others do or say, and we are not responsible for their actions or conduct... Accordingly, our liability shall be limited to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law.”
Changed
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
Was
“Unless otherwise required by law, we will notify you before we make changes to these Terms... Once any updated Terms are in effect, you will be bound by them if you continue to access or use our Products.”
Now
“Once any updated Terms are in effect, you will be bound by them if you continue to access or use our Products.”
Oct 15, 2026 · D
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 2 wording changes below.
The grade moved from F to D.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Liability shifted onto the user
Was
“Our Products, however, are provided "as is," and to the extent permissible by law, we make no guarantees that they always will be safe, secure, or error-free... DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES...”
Now
“Our Products, however, are provided "as is," ... we also DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES ... Our aggregate liability ... will not exceed the greater of $100 or the amount you have paid us in the past twelve months.”
Changed
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
Was
“We will notify you... at least 30 days before we make changes to these Terms... Once any updated Terms are in effect, you will be bound by them if you continue to access or use our Products.”
Now
“Unless otherwise required by law, we will notify you before we make changes to these Terms ... Once any updated Terms are in effect, you will be bound by them if you continue to access or use our Products.”
Oct 15, 2026 · D
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 3 wording changes below.
The current grade is F.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
Was
“Unless otherwise required by law, we will notify you before we make changes to these Terms... Once any updated Terms are in effect, you will be bound by them if you continue to access or use our Products.”
Now
“We will notify you... at least 30 days before we make changes to these Terms... Once any updated Terms are in effect, you will be bound by them if you continue to access or use our Products.”
Changed
Liability shifted onto the user
Was
“Our Products, however, are provided "as is," and we make no guarantees that they always will be safe, secure, or error-free... our aggregate liability... will not exceed the greater of $100 or the amount you have paid us in the past twelve months.”
Now
“Our Products, however, are provided "as is," and to the extent permissible by law, we make no guarantees that they always will be safe, secure, or error-free... DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES...”
No longer quoted
Jury trial or court access waived
“any claim... shall be resolved exclusively in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California or a state court located in San Mateo County.”
Oct 15, 2026 · F
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 3 wording changes below.
The grade moved from D to F.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Liability shifted onto the user
Was
“Our Products, however, are provided 'as is,' and to the extent permissible by law, we make no guarantees that they always will be safe, secure, or error-free... we also DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES”
Now
“Our Products, however, are provided "as is," and we make no guarantees that they always will be safe, secure, or error-free... our aggregate liability... will not exceed the greater of $100 or the amount you have paid us in the past twelve months.”
Changed
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
Was
“We will notify you (for example, by email or through our Products) at least 30 days before we make changes to these Terms... Once any updated Terms are in effect, you will be bound by them if you continue to access or use our Products.”
Now
“Unless otherwise required by law, we will notify you before we make changes to these Terms... Once any updated Terms are in effect, you will be bound by them if you continue to access or use our Products.”
Appeared
Jury trial or court access waived
“any claim... shall be resolved exclusively in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California or a state court located in San Mateo County.”
Oct 15, 2026 · F
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 3 wording changes below.
The current grade is D.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Liability shifted onto the user
Was
“Our aggregate liability arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Meta Products will not exceed the greater of $100 or the amount you have paid us in the past twelve months.”
Now
“Our Products, however, are provided 'as is,' and to the extent permissible by law, we make no guarantees that they always will be safe, secure, or error-free... we also DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES”
No longer quoted
Jury trial or court access waived
“You also agree to submit to the personal jurisdiction of either of these courts for the purpose of litigating any such claim... the laws of the State of California will govern these Terms”
Changed
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
Was
“Unless otherwise required by law, we will notify you before we make changes to these Terms... Once any updated Terms are in effect, you will be bound by them if you continue to access or use our Products.”
Now
“We will notify you (for example, by email or through our Products) at least 30 days before we make changes to these Terms... Once any updated Terms are in effect, you will be bound by them if you continue to access or use our Products.”
Oct 15, 2026 · D
What Agree can mean · CFPB
Consumer Bureau Eyes Why Banks Close Accounts
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau announced an initiative to investigate why large banks close customer accounts.
This effort aims to address instances where banks might deny services based on customers' activities.
This could lead to changes in banking terms that consumers agree to.
Oct 15, 2026
Guides help you opt out of Big Tech, lawsuit challenges surveillance
The EFF offers new guides to help you understand how to opt out of Big Tech services.
This comes as they also celebrate a court win, allowing a lawsuit against a mass surveillance program to proceed.
These efforts aim to protect online speech and consumer privacy.
Oct 15, 2026
TSA's Facial Scan Tech Has 'Significant Weakness' in Data Protection
A DHS audit found the TSA's facial recognition technology has a 'significant weakness' in protecting passenger data.
This affects millions of travelers using biometric verification.
While details are classified, the summary highlights major privacy implications.
Oct 15, 2026
What Agree can mean · FTC
FTC halts 'sextortion relief' firm for defrauding consumers
The FTC has sued Digital Forensics Corporation for allegedly making false promises about its services.
The company promised to identify criminals and stop sextortion attacks, but charged consumers thousands of dollars without delivering.
A federal court has temporarily stopped their operations.
Oct 14, 2026
PayPal privacy policy changed
We quoted 10 wording changes below.
The current grade is F.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
Was
“We may revise this Privacy Statement from time to time to reflect changes to our business, Services, or applicable laws. If the revised version requires notice in accordance with applicable law, we will provide you with 30 days' prior notice... otherwise the revised Privacy Statement will be effective as of the published effective date.”
Now
“We may revise this Privacy Statement from time to time... otherwise the revised Privacy Statement will be effective as of the published effective date.”
Changed
Tracking you across apps
Was
“We also disclose Personal Information to partners and Merchants to enable their use of our Services to facilitate your transactions... Personal Information we disclose includes, for example, products, sizes, preferences, and styles we think you'll like.”
Now
“If you want to know more about how we use cookies, please review our Statement on Cookies and Tracking Technologies... We do not respond to DNT settings.”
Changed
Location or sensitive-data over-collection
Was
“Biometric data: Such as voice identification, photo identification, or face scans, which we may collect when you consent in the user experience to authenticate you... We collect precise geolocation data from Users while they are logged into their financial account.”
Now
“Categories of Personal Information collected from you... Biometric data: Such as voice identification, photo identification, or face scans... Sensitive Personal Information: Such as Social Security and tax ID number, government-issued and other related identification... precise geolocation data...”
Changed
Indefinite retention
Was
“Personal Information used for the ongoing relationship between you and PayPal is stored for the duration of the relationship plus a period of 10 years or such period as mandated by any applicable local law once our relationship comes to an end.”
Now
“Personal Information used for the ongoing relationship between you and PayPal is stored for the duration of the relationship plus a period of 10 years or such period as mandated by any applicable local law once our relationship comes to an end...”
Changed
Difficult or incomplete deletion
Was
“If you close your PayPal account(s) or profile, delete, or request that we delete Personal Information, we still need to keep some Personal Information... to comply with laws and other legal or governmental processes; and Other exempt purposes under applicable law.”
Now
“If you close your PayPal account(s) or profile, delete, or request that we delete Personal Information, we still need to keep some Personal Information as explained in How Long Do We Store Your Personal Information... so we can... comply with laws... Detect and prevent malicious, fraudulent, or illegal activity...”
No longer quoted
Data sold or shared with third parties
“Unless we are required to obtain your consent, we share Personal Information collected after November 27, 2024 (or from earlier if you consent) for personalized shopping experiences in the United States. Personal Information we disclose includes, for example, products, sizes, preferences, sizes, and styles we think you’ll like.”
Changed
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
Was
“Excluded Services means companies or separate brands, affiliates, or subsidiaries of PayPal... Examples include Venmo, Honey Science LLC... Fastlane means the online tool whereby individuals can store their payment methods... at participating Partners and Merchants.”
Now
“Excluded Services, including Venmo and PayPal Honey... Excluded Services means companies or separate brands, affiliates, or subsidiaries of PayPal... Examples include Venmo, Honey Science LLC, Chargehound LLC, Paidy Inc., Swift Financial LLC, and Bill Me Later, Inc.”
No longer quoted
Cookie consent that favors Accept
“Certain aspects and features of our Services and Sites are only available through the use of Cookies, so if you choose to disable or decline Cookies through your device or browser settings, your use of the Sites and Services may be limited or not possible.”
No longer quoted
Liability shifted onto the user
“While we are dedicated to securing our systems and Services, you are responsible for securing and maintaining the privacy of your password(s)... We are not responsible for protecting any Personal Information that we share with a third-party based on a linked account connection that you have authorized.”
No longer quoted
Children’s data
“The Sites and Services are not directed to children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect information, including Personal Information, from children under the age of 18... we will promptly delete it, unless we are legally obligated to retain such data.”
Oct 13, 2026 · F
Uber terms of use changed
We quoted 8 wording changes below.
The grade moved from C to F.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Forced arbitration or class-action waiver
Was
“This Arbitration Agreement will preclude you from bringing any class, collective, coordinated, consolidated, mass, and/or representative action against Uber... Thus, the parties agree that the Arbitrator shall not conduct any form of class, collective, coordinated, consolidated, mass, and/or representative arbitration...”
Now
“You are each waiving your right to a jury trial. This Arbitration Agreement will preclude you from bringing any class... action against Uber...”
Changed
Jury trial or court access waived
Was
“You and Uber are each waiving your right to a jury trial. ...PLEASE READ THESE TERMS OF SERVICE CAREFULLY AS THEY CONTAIN PROVISIONS THAT GOVERN HOW YOU CAN BRING CLAIMS AND/OR LAWSUITS BETWEEN YOU AND UBER, INCLUDING THE ARBITRATION AGREEMENT... REQUIRES YOU TO RESOLVE ALL DISPUTES WITH UBER ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS... THROUGH FINAL AND BINDING ARBITRATION.”
Now
“IMPORTANT: PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT BY AGREEING TO THESE TERMS YOU ARE WAIVING YOUR RIGHT TO SEEK RELIEF IN A COURT OF LAW AND WAIVING YOUR RIGHT TO HAVE A JURY TRIAL ON YOUR CLAIMS.”
Changed
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
Was
“Uber reserves the right to modify these Terms or its policies relating to the Services at any time, effective upon posting of an updated version of these Terms through the Services or Uber’s website. ...your continued use of the Services after any such changes constitutes your agreement to such changes.”
Now
“Uber reserves the right to modify these Terms... effective upon posting... your continued use of the Services after any such changes constitutes your agreement to such changes.”
Changed
You take the risk of injury or death
Was
“Your and our mutual agreement to arbitrate all disputes regardless of whether the dispute, claim, lawsuit, or controversy occurred or accrued before or after the date you agreed to these Terms, and regardless of whether you allege that the dispute, claim, or injury involves harm or injury to you or anyone else.”
Now
“This Arbitration Agreement survives after your relationship with Uber ends... disputes arising out of or relating to... incidents or accidents resulting in personal injury or death to you or anyone else...”
Appeared
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
“Notwithstanding the foregoing, if you choose... to provide transportation... logistics... delivery... these Terms of Service do not supersede... any agreements you may have with Uber... regarding such Third-Party Services (e.g., the Platform Access Agreement, the Technology Services Agreement)...”
Appeared
Car or smart-home data always on
“When you use AV Services, audio, video, and other sensor recordings may be generated by the AV’s systems for safety, security, or service quality purposes. By using the AV Services, you consent to such recordings.”
“However, we may offer parents and guardians the ability to create Accounts for their children... If you are a parent or legal guardian, and you allow your child to use the Services... these Terms apply to you...”
Appeared
Liability shifted onto the user
“UBER IS NOT A COMMON CARRIER OR MOTOR CARRIER AND DOES NOT TRANSPORT PASSENGERS OR GOODS... THIRD-PARTY PROVIDERS ARE INDEPENDENT... UBER WILL NOT WARN YOU THAT YOU HAVE LEFT THE SERVICES... Uber does not endorse such Out-of-App Experience providers and in no event shall Uber be responsible or liable for any products or services of such providers.”
Oct 13, 2026 · F
Uber privacy policy changed
We quoted 7 wording changes below.
The grade moved from C to F.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Location or sensitive-data over-collection
Was
“Biometric data is generated when we use facial verification technology to confirm that your account is not being used by anyone other than you”
Now
“Identity verification information... This may include biometric data that allows you to be identified based on your physical or biological characteristics. For example, biometric data is generated when we use facial verification technology... User-submitted selfies”
Changed
Tracking you across apps
Was
“We may also allow others to provide audience measurement and analytics services for us... These entities may use cookies... to track and report on the performance of those ads.”
Now
“Cookies and related technologies... We may also allow others to provide audience measurement and analytics services for us, to serve ads on our behalf across the internet or for other companies’ products and services on our apps, and to track and report on the performance of those ads. These entities may use cookies... to identify the devices used by visitors to our websites, as well as when they visit other online sites and services.”
Changed
Indefinite retention
Was
“for 7 years from collection (unless you first delete your Uber account) if necessary for purposes of Uber’s tax, insurance, legal or regulatory requirements”
Now
“We retain your data for as long as necessary for the purposes described above... for 7 years from collection (unless you first delete your Uber account) if necessary for purposes of Uber’s tax, insurance, legal or regulatory requirements; subject to Uber’s legitimate interests...”
No longer quoted
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
“except when you use Uber Freight, TrendyolGo App/website or Careem Rides”
Changed
Difficult or incomplete deletion
Was
“Following an account deletion request, we delete your account and data, except as necessary for purposes of safety, security, fraud prevention... For example, if you are banned... Uber will retain your data after an account deletion request”
Now
“Following an account deletion request, we delete your account and data, except as necessary for purposes of safety, security, fraud prevention or compliance with legal requirements... For example, if you are banned from Uber’s services because of serious fraudulent or unsafe behavior, Uber will retain your data after an account deletion request to prevent you from re-obtaining access”
Appeared
Data sold or shared with third parties
“Data from other sources... Marketing partners, advertisers, and service providers. This includes banks in connection with cash back programs,* and data resellers.*”
Appeared
Loyalty, tickets, or points that add terms
“Loyalty program partners that provide points or rewards on eligible rides and Uber Eats orders according to their respective terms.”
Oct 13, 2026 · F
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 9 wording changes below.
The grade moved from C to D.
Wording we could quote
No longer quoted
Data sold or shared with third parties
“We don’t sell your personal data to advertisers, and we don’t share information that directly identifies you (such as your name, email address or other contact information) with advertisers unless you give us specific permission.”
No longer quoted
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
“com%2Fpolicies%2Fcommunity-standards%2F&h=AUAyHIeDjiZVDHiGxYR0CGa8izM5UV53hmIi-WSc9GJN7Q7baxD04loFFiTR7kQDD7hI66kmXx09kgzERwwtGicW9-E72QWJsGiVnRIW1-1Ps2hMLlytMfFOxMJVbQGDcJJq1lTEao-9O2KA), we’ll let you know and explain any options you have to request another review, unless you seriously or repeatedly violate these Terms or if doing so may expose us or others to legal liability; harm our community”
Changed
Difficult or incomplete deletion
Was
“Content will not be deleted within 90 days of the account deletion or content deletion process beginning in the following situations: - where your content has been used by others in accordance with this license and they have not deleted it (in which case this license will continue to apply until that content is deleted); - where deletion within 90 days is not possible due to technical limitations”
Now
“After the content is deleted, it may take us up to another 90 days to remove it from backups and disaster recovery systems.”
Was
“We try to make Facebook broadly available to everyone, but you cannot use Facebook if: - You are under 13 years old.”
Now
“You cannot use Facebook if: You are under 13 years old.”
Appeared
Broad license to user content
“you grant us a non-exclusive, transferable, sub-licensable, royalty-free, and worldwide license to host, use, distribute, modify, run, copy, publicly perform or display, translate, and create derivative works of your content”
Appeared
Indefinite retention
“Content will not be deleted within 90 days of the account deletion or content deletion process beginning in the following situations: ... where your content has been used by others in accordance with this license and they have not deleted it”
Appeared
Liability shifted onto the user
“Our Products... are provided "as is," ... DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES ... our liability shall be limited to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law.”
Appeared
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
“We will notify you ... at least 30 days before we make changes to these Terms ... Once any updated Terms are in effect, you will be bound by them if you continue to access or use our Products.”
Appeared
Tracking you across apps
“We use your personal data to help determine which personalized ads to show you. We use data about the connections you make, the choices and settings you select, and what you share and do on and off our Products - to personalize your experience.”
Oct 13, 2026 · D
Meta privacy policy changed
We quoted 5 wording changes below.
The grade moved from D to C.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Tracking you across apps
Was
“We’ll use information that advertisers, businesses and other partners provide us about activity off the Meta Company Products that we have associated with you to personalize ads... whether or not you’re logged in or have an account”
Now
“We’ll use information that advertisers, businesses and other partners provide us about activity off the Meta Company Products that we have associated with you to personalize ads that we show you on our Products, and on websites, apps and devices that use our advertising services.”
Changed
Location or sensitive-data over-collection
Was
“Any information with special protections that you choose to provide, such as your religious views, your sexual orientation, political views, health, racial or ethnic origin, philosophical beliefs or trade union membership”
Now
“Any information with special protections that you choose to provide, such as your religious views, your sexual orientation, political views, health, racial or ethnic origin, philosophical beliefs or trade union membership...”
No longer quoted
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
“We share information we collect globally... with our partners, third parties and service providers... Because Meta is global, with users, partners, vendors and employees around the world”
Appeared
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
“We'll notify you before we make material changes to this Policy. You’ll have the opportunity to review the revised Policy before you choose to continue using our Products.”
Appeared
Data sold or shared with third parties
“We don't sell any of your information to anyone, and we never will. We also require partners and other third parties to follow rules about how they can and cannot use and disclose the information we provide.”
Oct 13, 2026 · C
PayPal privacy policy changed
We quoted 10 wording changes below.
The current grade is F.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
Was
“We may revise this Privacy Statement from time to time... otherwise the revised Privacy Statement will be effective as of the published effective date.”
Now
“We may revise this Privacy Statement from time to time to reflect changes to our business, Services, or applicable laws. If the revised version requires notice in accordance with applicable law, we will provide you with 30 days' prior notice... otherwise the revised Privacy Statement will be effective as of the published effective date.”
Changed
Tracking you across apps
Was
“We may use Personal Information... to provide you with information... market our Services... show ads or otherwise personalize your experience”
Now
“We also disclose Personal Information to partners and Merchants to enable their use of our Services to facilitate your transactions... Personal Information we disclose includes, for example, products, sizes, preferences, and styles we think you'll like.”
Changed
Location or sensitive-data over-collection
Was
“Biometric data: Such as voice identification, photo identification, or face scans... government-issued identification... precise geolocation data”
Now
“Biometric data: Such as voice identification, photo identification, or face scans, which we may collect when you consent in the user experience to authenticate you... We collect precise geolocation data from Users while they are logged into their financial account.”
Changed
Indefinite retention
Was
“Personal Information used for the ongoing relationship between you and PayPal is stored for the duration of the relationship plus a period of 10 years or such period as mandated by any applicable local law once our relationship comes to an end”
Now
“Personal Information used for the ongoing relationship between you and PayPal is stored for the duration of the relationship plus a period of 10 years or such period as mandated by any applicable local law once our relationship comes to an end.”
Changed
Difficult or incomplete deletion
Was
“If you close your PayPal account(s) or profile, delete, or request that we delete Personal Information, we still need to keep some Personal Information... to comply with our promises to you... detect and prevent malicious... activity”
Now
“If you close your PayPal account(s) or profile, delete, or request that we delete Personal Information, we still need to keep some Personal Information... to comply with laws and other legal or governmental processes; and Other exempt purposes under applicable law.”
Was
“The Sites and Services are not directed to children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect information... from children under the age of 18”
Now
“The Sites and Services are not directed to children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect information, including Personal Information, from children under the age of 18... we will promptly delete it, unless we are legally obligated to retain such data.”
Changed
Liability shifted onto the user
Was
“While we are dedicated to securing our systems... you are responsible for securing and maintaining the privacy of your password(s)... We are not responsible for protecting any Personal Information that we share with a third-party based on a linked account connection”
Now
“While we are dedicated to securing our systems and Services, you are responsible for securing and maintaining the privacy of your password(s)... We are not responsible for protecting any Personal Information that we share with a third-party based on a linked account connection that you have authorized.”
Changed
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
Was
“Excluded Services means companies or separate brands, affiliates, or subsidiaries of PayPal... Examples include Venmo, Honey Science LLC, Chargehound LLC, Paidy Inc., Swift Financial LLC, and Bill Me Later, Inc.”
Now
“Excluded Services means companies or separate brands, affiliates, or subsidiaries of PayPal... Examples include Venmo, Honey Science LLC... Fastlane means the online tool whereby individuals can store their payment methods... at participating Partners and Merchants.”
Appeared
Data sold or shared with third parties
“Unless we are required to obtain your consent, we share Personal Information collected after November 27, 2024 (or from earlier if you consent) for personalized shopping experiences in the United States. Personal Information we disclose includes, for example, products, sizes, preferences, sizes, and styles we think you’ll like.”
Appeared
Cookie consent that favors Accept
“Certain aspects and features of our Services and Sites are only available through the use of Cookies, so if you choose to disable or decline Cookies through your device or browser settings, your use of the Sites and Services may be limited or not possible.”
Oct 13, 2026 · F
Uber terms of use changed
We quoted 4 wording changes below.
The current grade is C.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Forced arbitration or class-action waiver
Was
“By agreeing to these Terms, you agree that you are required to resolve any claim and/or lawsuit that you may have against Uber on an individual basis in binding arbitration... and not as a class, collective, coordinated, consolidated, mass and/or representative action.”
Now
“This Arbitration Agreement will preclude you from bringing any class, collective, coordinated, consolidated, mass, and/or representative action against Uber... Thus, the parties agree that the Arbitrator shall not conduct any form of class, collective, coordinated, consolidated, mass, and/or representative arbitration...”
Changed
Jury trial or court access waived
Was
“PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT BY AGREEING TO THESE TERMS YOU ARE WAIVING YOUR RIGHT TO SEEK RELIEF IN A COURT OF LAW AND WAIVING YOUR RIGHT TO HAVE A JURY TRIAL ON YOUR CLAIMS.”
Now
“You and Uber are each waiving your right to a jury trial. ...PLEASE READ THESE TERMS OF SERVICE CAREFULLY AS THEY CONTAIN PROVISIONS THAT GOVERN HOW YOU CAN BRING CLAIMS AND/OR LAWSUITS BETWEEN YOU AND UBER, INCLUDING THE ARBITRATION AGREEMENT... REQUIRES YOU TO RESOLVE ALL DISPUTES WITH UBER ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS... THROUGH FINAL AND BINDING ARBITRATION.”
Changed
You take the risk of injury or death
Was
“If you use AV Services, you acknowledge that you understand the risks described in this section... The AVs are not designed to provide transportation services in connection with emergencies, such as if a person needs to be transported to a hospital for urgent or emergency care.”
Now
“Your and our mutual agreement to arbitrate all disputes regardless of whether the dispute, claim, lawsuit, or controversy occurred or accrued before or after the date you agreed to these Terms, and regardless of whether you allege that the dispute, claim, or injury involves harm or injury to you or anyone else.”
Changed
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
Was
“Uber reserves the right to modify these Terms or its policies relating to the Services at any time, effective upon posting of an updated version of these Terms through the Services or Uber’s website. Your continued use of the Services after any such changes constitutes your agreement to such changes.”
Now
“Uber reserves the right to modify these Terms or its policies relating to the Services at any time, effective upon posting of an updated version of these Terms through the Services or Uber’s website. ...your continued use of the Services after any such changes constitutes your agreement to such changes.”
Oct 13, 2026 · C
What Agree can mean · EFF
Encryption: How a court ruling made secure online communication possible
Encryption turns your data into gibberish to protect your privacy online.
Decades ago, a lawsuit established that code is speech, protecting encryption under the First Amendment.
This ruling helps make secure online communication possible today.
Oct 13, 2026
What Agree can mean · EFF
Mass Surveillance Court Case Continues for License Plate Data
A federal court dismissed a case challenging San Jose's use of license plate reader data.
Privacy advocates are appealing, arguing the ruling downplays the harm of mass data collection.
This case impacts how public data collection affects individual privacy rights.
Oct 13, 2026
Uber privacy policy changed
We quoted 7 wording changes below.
The grade moved from D to C.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Tracking you across apps
Was
“We may also allow others to provide audience measurement and analytics services for us, to serve ads on our behalf across the internet or for other companies’ products and services on our apps, and to track and report on the performance of those ads.”
Now
“We may also allow others to provide audience measurement and analytics services for us... These entities may use cookies... to track and report on the performance of those ads.”
Changed
Location or sensitive-data over-collection
Was
“Collecting a real-time selfie that we compare against the photo on your ID or your profile photo to confirm that the photos are of the the same person”
Now
“Biometric data is generated when we use facial verification technology to confirm that your account is not being used by anyone other than you”
Changed
Indefinite retention
Was
“The sooner of life of account or 7 years ... Communications ... Location Data ... Trip/Order ... Usage Data”
Now
“for 7 years from collection (unless you first delete your Uber account) if necessary for purposes of Uber’s tax, insurance, legal or regulatory requirements”
No longer quoted
Data sold or shared with third parties
“We share data with companies whose apps or websites you access through Uber ... Uber will not sell or share your phone number with any third party to send you marketing or promotional text messages. This excludes service providers who assist us solely in executing and delivering our own text messaging services.”
No longer quoted
Broad license to user content
“User content. This refers to the data that we collect when you: ... Upload photos and recordings ... Respond to a survey.”
Changed
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
Was
“This notice applies when you use Uber’s apps or websites to request or receive products or services, including rides or deliveries. ... except when you use Uber Freight, TrendyolGo App/website or Careem Rides”
Now
“except when you use Uber Freight, TrendyolGo App/website or Careem Rides”
Appeared
Difficult or incomplete deletion
“Following an account deletion request, we delete your account and data, except as necessary for purposes of safety, security, fraud prevention... For example, if you are banned... Uber will retain your data after an account deletion request”
Oct 13, 2026 · C
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 8 wording changes below.
The grade moved from D to C.
Wording we could quote
No longer quoted
Broad license to user content
“you grant us a non-exclusive, transferable, sub-licensable, royalty-free, and worldwide license to host, use, distribute, modify, run, copy, publicly perform or display, translate, and create derivative works of your content.”
Changed
Difficult or incomplete deletion
Was
“After the content is deleted, it may take us up to another 90 days to remove it from backups and disaster recovery systems.”
Now
“Content will not be deleted within 90 days of the account deletion or content deletion process beginning in the following situations: - where your content has been used by others in accordance with this license and they have not deleted it (in which case this license will continue to apply until that content is deleted); - where deletion within 90 days is not possible due to technical limitations”
No longer quoted
Liability shifted onto the user
“Our Products, however, are provided "as is," and we make no guarantees that they always will be safe, secure, or error-free... we DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES...”
No longer quoted
Tracking you across apps
“We use data about the connections you make, the choices and settings you select, and what you share and do on and off our Products - to personalize your experience.”
No longer quoted
Jury trial or court access waived
“any claim, cause of action, or dispute between us... shall be resolved exclusively in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California or a state court located in San Mateo County.”
Appeared
Data sold or shared with third parties
“We don’t sell your personal data to advertisers, and we don’t share information that directly identifies you (such as your name, email address or other contact information) with advertisers unless you give us specific permission.”
Appeared
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
“com%2Fpolicies%2Fcommunity-standards%2F&h=AUAyHIeDjiZVDHiGxYR0CGa8izM5UV53hmIi-WSc9GJN7Q7baxD04loFFiTR7kQDD7hI66kmXx09kgzERwwtGicW9-E72QWJsGiVnRIW1-1Ps2hMLlytMfFOxMJVbQGDcJJq1lTEao-9O2KA), we’ll let you know and explain any options you have to request another review, unless you seriously or repeatedly violate these Terms or if doing so may expose us or others to legal liability; harm our community”
“We try to make Facebook broadly available to everyone, but you cannot use Facebook if: - You are under 13 years old.”
Oct 13, 2026 · C
Meta privacy policy changed
We quoted 6 wording changes below.
The grade moved from F to D.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Tracking you across apps
Was
“When we show you ads through Meta Audience Network when you visit other apps, our systems automatically process the information we have collected and stored about you and others to identify you as a Meta Product user and tailor the ads you see.”
Now
“We’ll use information that advertisers, businesses and other partners provide us about activity off the Meta Company Products that we have associated with you to personalize ads... whether or not you’re logged in or have an account”
Changed
Location or sensitive-data over-collection
Was
“Any information with special protections that you choose to provide, such as your religious views, your sexual orientation, political views, health, racial or ethnic origin, philosophical beliefs or trade union membership...”
Now
“Any information with special protections that you choose to provide, such as your religious views, your sexual orientation, political views, health, racial or ethnic origin, philosophical beliefs or trade union membership”
Changed
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
Was
“Meta Company Products include all the Meta Products covered by this Policy, plus other products like WhatsApp and more. We share information we collect, infrastructure, systems and technology with the other Meta Companies.”
Now
“We share information we collect globally... with our partners, third parties and service providers... Because Meta is global, with users, partners, vendors and employees around the world”
No longer quoted
Data sold or shared with third parties
“And if we sell or transfer all or part of our business to someone else, in some cases we’ll give the new owner your information as part of that transaction, but only as the law allows.”
No longer quoted
Broad license to user content
“Content you create, like posts, comments or audio... Content you provide through our camera feature... Information from cookies and similar technologies”
No longer quoted
Liability shifted onto the user
“To promote safety, security and integrity of Meta Products, users, employees, property and the public. We may access or preserve your information for an extended amount of time.”
Oct 13, 2026 · D
PayPal privacy policy changed
We quoted 9 wording changes below.
The current grade is F.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
Was
“We may revise this Privacy Statement from time to time to reflect changes to our business, Services, or applicable laws. If the revised version requires notice in accordance with applicable law, we will provide you with 30 days' prior notice... otherwise the revised Privacy Statement will be effective as of the published effective date.”
Now
“We may revise this Privacy Statement from time to time... otherwise the revised Privacy Statement will be effective as of the published effective date.”
Changed
Tracking you across apps
Was
“We use Cookies to collect your device information, internet activity information, and generate inferences as described above... These service providers may also collect information that helps them identify your device, such as IP-address or other unique device identifiers.”
Now
“We may use Personal Information... to provide you with information... market our Services... show ads or otherwise personalize your experience”
Changed
Location or sensitive-data over-collection
Was
“Biometric data: Such as voice identification, photo identification, or face scans... Sensitive Personal Information: Such as Social Security and tax ID number... precise geolocation data...”
Now
“Biometric data: Such as voice identification, photo identification, or face scans... government-issued identification... precise geolocation data”
Changed
Indefinite retention
Was
“Personal Information used for the ongoing relationship between you and PayPal is stored for the duration of the relationship plus a period of 10 years or such period as mandated by any applicable local law once our relationship comes to an end... We retain biometric data for as long as needed or permitted... and no more than 3 years after your account closes, unless otherwise required by applicable law.”
Now
“Personal Information used for the ongoing relationship between you and PayPal is stored for the duration of the relationship plus a period of 10 years or such period as mandated by any applicable local law once our relationship comes to an end”
No longer quoted
Data sold or shared with third parties
“Unless we are required to obtain your consent, we share Personal Information collected after November 27, 2024 (or from earlier if you consent) for personalized shopping experiences in the United States. Personal Information we disclose includes, for example, products, preferences, sizes, and styles we think you’ll like.”
No longer quoted
Cookie consent that favors Accept
“Certain aspects and features of our Services and Sites are only available through the use of Cookies, so if you choose to disable or decline Cookies through your device or browser settings, your use of the Sites and Services may be limited or not possible.”
Appeared
Difficult or incomplete deletion
“If you close your PayPal account(s) or profile, delete, or request that we delete Personal Information, we still need to keep some Personal Information... to comply with our promises to you... detect and prevent malicious... activity”
“The Sites and Services are not directed to children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect information... from children under the age of 18”
Appeared
Liability shifted onto the user
“While we are dedicated to securing our systems... you are responsible for securing and maintaining the privacy of your password(s)... We are not responsible for protecting any Personal Information that we share with a third-party based on a linked account connection”
Oct 13, 2026 · F
Uber terms of use changed
We quoted 5 wording changes below.
The grade moved from D to C.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Forced arbitration or class-action waiver
Was
“By agreeing to these Terms, you agree that you are required to resolve any claim and/or lawsuit that you may have against Uber on an individual basis in binding arbitration as set forth in this Arbitration Agreement”
Now
“By agreeing to these Terms, you agree that you are required to resolve any claim and/or lawsuit that you may have against Uber on an individual basis in binding arbitration... and not as a class, collective, coordinated, consolidated, mass and/or representative action.”
No longer quoted
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
“if you choose... to provide transportation... logistics... delivery... and other services (collectively, 'Third-Party Services'), these Terms of Service do not supersede... any agreements you may have with Uber... regarding such Third-Party Services”
No longer quoted
Car or smart-home data always on
“When you use AV Services, audio, video, and other sensor recordings may be generated by the AV’s systems... By using the AV Services, you consent to such recordings.”
Changed
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
Was
“Uber reserves the right to modify these Terms or its policies relating to the Services at any time... your continued use of the Services after any such changes constitutes your agreement to such changes.”
Now
“Uber reserves the right to modify these Terms or its policies relating to the Services at any time, effective upon posting of an updated version of these Terms through the Services or Uber’s website. Your continued use of the Services after any such changes constitutes your agreement to such changes.”
Appeared
You take the risk of injury or death
“If you use AV Services, you acknowledge that you understand the risks described in this section... The AVs are not designed to provide transportation services in connection with emergencies, such as if a person needs to be transported to a hospital for urgent or emergency care.”
Oct 13, 2026 · C
Uber privacy policy changed
We quoted 7 wording changes below.
The grade moved from F to D.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Indefinite retention
Was
“for 7 years from collection (unless you first delete your Uber account) if necessary for purposes of Uber’s tax, insurance, legal or regulatory requirements; subject to Uber’s legitimate interests in defending against, or asserting, legal claims; or where necessary for purposes such as research and development.”
Now
“The sooner of life of account or 7 years ... Communications ... Location Data ... Trip/Order ... Usage Data”
No longer quoted
Difficult or incomplete deletion
“Following an account deletion request, we delete your account and data, except as necessary for purposes of safety, security, fraud prevention or compliance with legal requirements, or because of issues relating to your account”
Changed
Tracking you across apps
Was
“We also determine your approximate location and can determine your precise location if you allow us to do so through the settings on your phone. If you do, we will collect your precise location from the time you request a ride or order until the ride is finished or your order is delivered. We also collect such data when you have the Uber app open on your phone’s screen.”
Now
“We may also allow others to provide audience measurement and analytics services for us, to serve ads on our behalf across the internet or for other companies’ products and services on our apps, and to track and report on the performance of those ads.”
Changed
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
Was
“This notice applies when you use Uber’s apps or websites to request or receive products or services, including rides or deliveries.”
Now
“This notice applies when you use Uber’s apps or websites to request or receive products or services, including rides or deliveries. ... except when you use Uber Freight, TrendyolGo App/website or Careem Rides”
Changed
Broad license to user content
Was
“User created Lists or reviews of restaurants or merchants ... Uploaded photos and audio or video recordings”
Now
“User content. This refers to the data that we collect when you: ... Upload photos and recordings ... Respond to a survey.”
No longer quoted
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
“Updates to this Privacy Notice ... We inform you of changes to our terms, services, or policies.”
Appeared
Data sold or shared with third parties
“We share data with companies whose apps or websites you access through Uber ... Uber will not sell or share your phone number with any third party to send you marketing or promotional text messages. This excludes service providers who assist us solely in executing and delivering our own text messaging services.”
Oct 13, 2026 · D
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 6 wording changes below.
The current grade is D.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Broad license to user content
Was
“you grant us a non-exclusive, transferable, sub-licensable, royalty-free, and worldwide license to host, use, distribute, modify, run, copy, publicly perform or display, translate, and create derivative works of your content (consistent with your privacy and application settings).”
Now
“you grant us a non-exclusive, transferable, sub-licensable, royalty-free, and worldwide license to host, use, distribute, modify, run, copy, publicly perform or display, translate, and create derivative works of your content.”
Changed
Difficult or incomplete deletion
Was
“It may take up to 90 days to delete content after we begin the account deletion process or receive a content deletion request... After the content is deleted, it may take us up to another 90 days to remove it from backups and disaster recovery systems.”
Now
“After the content is deleted, it may take us up to another 90 days to remove it from backups and disaster recovery systems.”
Changed
Liability shifted onto the user
Was
“Our Products, however, are provided "as is," ... DISCLAIMER ALL WARRANTIES... To the fullest extent permitted by law under no circumstance will we be liable to you for any lost profits, revenues, information, or data, or consequential, special, indirect, exemplary, punitive, or incidental damages”
Now
“Our Products, however, are provided "as is," and we make no guarantees that they always will be safe, secure, or error-free... we DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES...”
Changed
Tracking you across apps
Was
“We use your personal data, such as information about your activity and interests, to show you personalized ads and sponsored content that may be more relevant to you.”
Now
“We use data about the connections you make, the choices and settings you select, and what you share and do on and off our Products - to personalize your experience.”
No longer quoted
Children’s data
“You cannot use Facebook if: You are under 13 years old.”
Appeared
Jury trial or court access waived
“any claim, cause of action, or dispute between us... shall be resolved exclusively in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California or a state court located in San Mateo County.”
Oct 13, 2026 · D
Meta privacy policy changed
We quoted 7 wording changes below.
The grade moved from D to F.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Indefinite retention
Was
“We keep information as long as we need it to provide our Products... We decide how long we need information on a case-by-case basis.”
Now
“We keep information as long as we need it to provide our Products, comply with legal obligations or protect our or other’s interests. We decide how long we need information on a case-by-case basis.”
Changed
Tracking you across apps
Was
“We’ll use information that advertisers, businesses and other partners provide us about activity off the Meta Company Products that we have associated with you to personalize ads...”
Now
“When we show you ads through Meta Audience Network when you visit other apps, our systems automatically process the information we have collected and stored about you and others to identify you as a Meta Product user and tailor the ads you see.”
Changed
Location or sensitive-data over-collection
Was
“Any information with special protections that you choose to provide, such as your religious views, your sexual orientation, political views, health...”
Now
“Any information with special protections that you choose to provide, such as your religious views, your sexual orientation, political views, health, racial or ethnic origin, philosophical beliefs or trade union membership...”
Changed
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
Was
“We share information we collect... with the other Meta Companies... including all the Meta Products covered by this Policy, plus other products like WhatsApp”
Now
“Meta Company Products include all the Meta Products covered by this Policy, plus other products like WhatsApp and more. We share information we collect, infrastructure, systems and technology with the other Meta Companies.”
Appeared
Data sold or shared with third parties
“And if we sell or transfer all or part of our business to someone else, in some cases we’ll give the new owner your information as part of that transaction, but only as the law allows.”
Appeared
Broad license to user content
“Content you create, like posts, comments or audio... Content you provide through our camera feature... Information from cookies and similar technologies”
Appeared
Liability shifted onto the user
“To promote safety, security and integrity of Meta Products, users, employees, property and the public. We may access or preserve your information for an extended amount of time.”
Oct 13, 2026 · F
Uber terms of use changed
We quoted 7 wording changes below.
The grade moved from F to D.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Jury trial or court access waived
Was
“BY AGREEING TO THESE TERMS YOU ARE WAIVING YOUR RIGHT TO SEEK RELIEF IN A COURT OF LAW AND WAIVING YOUR RIGHT TO HAVE A JURY TRIAL ON YOUR CLAIMS.”
Now
“PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT BY AGREEING TO THESE TERMS YOU ARE WAIVING YOUR RIGHT TO SEEK RELIEF IN A COURT OF LAW AND WAIVING YOUR RIGHT TO HAVE A JURY TRIAL ON YOUR CLAIMS.”
Changed
Forced arbitration or class-action waiver
Was
“The Arbitration Agreement REQUIRES YOU TO RESOLVE ALL DISPUTES WITH UBER ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS AND, WITH LIMITED EXCEPTIONS, THROUGH FINAL AND BINDING ARBITRATION.”
Now
“By agreeing to these Terms, you agree that you are required to resolve any claim and/or lawsuit that you may have against Uber on an individual basis in binding arbitration as set forth in this Arbitration Agreement”
Changed
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
Was
“Uber reserves the right to modify these Terms or its policies relating to the Services at any time... Your continued use of the Services after any such changes constitutes your agreement to such changes.”
Now
“Uber reserves the right to modify these Terms or its policies relating to the Services at any time... your continued use of the Services after any such changes constitutes your agreement to such changes.”
No longer quoted
Liability shifted onto the user
“UBER IS NOT A COMMON CARRIER OR MOTOR CARRIER AND DOES NOT TRANSPORT PASSENGERS OR GOODS... THIRD-PARTY PROVIDERS ARE INDEPENDENT... ANY EFFORT... IS NOT AN INDICIA OF AN EMPLOYMENT... RELATIONSHIP WITH A THIRD-PARTY PROVIDER.”
No longer quoted
You take the risk of injury or death
“Autonomous Vehicles depend upon emerging technologies and could become inoperable... The AVs are not designed to provide transportation services in connection with emergencies... If you use AV Services, you acknowledge that you understand the risks described in this section.”
Changed
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
Was
“These Terms consist of Uber’s Marketplace Platform... and any related content or services, including but not limited to... mobile and/or web-based applications... and together with the Uber Marketplace Platform, the 'Services'.”
Now
“if you choose... to provide transportation... logistics... delivery... and other services (collectively, 'Third-Party Services'), these Terms of Service do not supersede... any agreements you may have with Uber... regarding such Third-Party Services”
Appeared
Car or smart-home data always on
“When you use AV Services, audio, video, and other sensor recordings may be generated by the AV’s systems... By using the AV Services, you consent to such recordings.”
Oct 13, 2026 · D
Uber privacy policy changed
We quoted 8 wording changes below.
The grade moved from C to F.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Indefinite retention
Was
“we retain your data: ...for 7 years from collection (unless you first delete your Uber account) if necessary for purposes of Uber’s tax, insurance, legal or regulatory requirements”
Now
“for 7 years from collection (unless you first delete your Uber account) if necessary for purposes of Uber’s tax, insurance, legal or regulatory requirements; subject to Uber’s legitimate interests in defending against, or asserting, legal claims; or where necessary for purposes such as research and development.”
Changed
Difficult or incomplete deletion
Was
“Following an account deletion request, we delete your account and data, except as necessary for purposes of safety, security, fraud prevention or compliance with legal requirements”
Now
“Following an account deletion request, we delete your account and data, except as necessary for purposes of safety, security, fraud prevention or compliance with legal requirements, or because of issues relating to your account”
Changed
Location or sensitive-data over-collection
Was
“Collecting biometric data that allows you to be identified based on your physical or biological characteristics... facial verification technology”
Now
“Collecting a real-time selfie that we compare against the photo on your ID or your profile photo to confirm that the photos are of the the same person”
Changed
Tracking you across apps
Was
“These entities may use cookies, web beacons, SDKs and other technologies to identify the devices used by visitors to our websites, as well as when they visit other online sites and services.”
Now
“We also determine your approximate location and can determine your precise location if you allow us to do so through the settings on your phone. If you do, we will collect your precise location from the time you request a ride or order until the ride is finished or your order is delivered. We also collect such data when you have the Uber app open on your phone’s screen.”
No longer quoted
Data sold or shared with third parties
“We instruct ad and marketing publishers to target these groups, or audiences, with ads... Uber will not sell or share your phone number with any third party to send you marketing or promotional text messages.”
Appeared
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
“This notice applies when you use Uber’s apps or websites to request or receive products or services, including rides or deliveries.”
Appeared
Broad license to user content
“User created Lists or reviews of restaurants or merchants ... Uploaded photos and audio or video recordings”
Appeared
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
“Updates to this Privacy Notice ... We inform you of changes to our terms, services, or policies.”
Oct 13, 2026 · F
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 7 wording changes below.
The current grade is D.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Broad license to user content
Was
“you grant us a non-exclusive, transferable, sub-licensable, royalty-free, and worldwide license to host, use, distribute, modify, run, copy, publicly perform or display, translate, and create derivative works of your content”
Now
“you grant us a non-exclusive, transferable, sub-licensable, royalty-free, and worldwide license to host, use, distribute, modify, run, copy, publicly perform or display, translate, and create derivative works of your content (consistent with your privacy and application settings).”
Changed
Tracking you across apps
Was
“we use data about the connections you make, the choices and settings you select, and what you share and do on and off our Products - to personalize your experience.”
Now
“We use your personal data, such as information about your activity and interests, to show you personalized ads and sponsored content that may be more relevant to you.”
Changed
Liability shifted onto the user
Was
“Our Products, however, are provided 'as is,' and we make no guarantees that they always will be safe, secure, or error-free...”
Now
“Our Products, however, are provided "as is," ... DISCLAIMER ALL WARRANTIES... To the fullest extent permitted by law under no circumstance will we be liable to you for any lost profits, revenues, information, or data, or consequential, special, indirect, exemplary, punitive, or incidental damages”
No longer quoted
Indefinite retention
“After the content is deleted, it may take us up to another 90 days to remove it from backups and disaster recovery systems.”
No longer quoted
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
“Once any updated Terms are in effect, you will be bound by them if you continue to access or use our Products.”
Appeared
Difficult or incomplete deletion
“It may take up to 90 days to delete content after we begin the account deletion process or receive a content deletion request... After the content is deleted, it may take us up to another 90 days to remove it from backups and disaster recovery systems.”
“You cannot use Facebook if: You are under 13 years old.”
Oct 13, 2026 · D
Meta privacy policy changed
We quoted 4 wording changes below.
The grade moved from C to D.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
Was
“We are part of the Meta Companies that provide Meta Company Products. Meta Company Products include all the Meta Products covered by this Policy, plus other products like WhatsApp and more.”
Now
“We share information we collect... with the other Meta Companies... including all the Meta Products covered by this Policy, plus other products like WhatsApp”
Changed
Tracking you across apps
Was
“We’ll use information that advertisers, businesses and other partners provide us about activity off the Meta Company Products that we have associated with you to personalize ads that we show you on our Products, and on websites, apps and devices that use our advertising services.”
Now
“We’ll use information that advertisers, businesses and other partners provide us about activity off the Meta Company Products that we have associated with you to personalize ads...”
Changed
Indefinite retention
Was
“We keep information as long as we need it to provide our Products, comply with legal obligations or protect our or other’s interests. We decide how long we need information on a case-by-case basis.”
Now
“We keep information as long as we need it to provide our Products... We decide how long we need information on a case-by-case basis.”
Appeared
Location or sensitive-data over-collection
“Any information with special protections that you choose to provide, such as your religious views, your sexual orientation, political views, health...”
Oct 13, 2026 · D
Venmo privacy policy changed
We quoted 6 wording changes below.
The grade moved from F to D.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Tracking you across apps
Was
“We do not respond to Do Not Track signals... certain business partners and vendors may use cookies and other tracking technologies... to recognize you as a customer; customize Services, other content and advertising...”
Now
“We do not respond to DNT signals.”
Changed
Indefinite retention
Was
“Personal Information used for the ongoing relationship between you and Venmo is stored for the duration of the relationship plus a period of 10 years, unless we need to keep it longer... litigation, investigations, audit, and compliance practices... to protect against legal claims.”
Now
“Personal Information used for the ongoing relationship between you and Venmo is stored for the duration of the relationship plus a period of 10 years, unless we need to keep it longer...”
Changed
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
Was
“If the revised version requires notice in accordance with applicable law, we will provide you with 30 days prior notice... otherwise the revised Privacy Statement will be effective as of the published effective date.”
Now
“If the revised Privacy Statement will be effective as of the published effective date.”
No longer quoted
Children’s data
“In this section we explain how we handle your data if you use a Venmo Teen Account... authorized individual between the ages of 13 and 17 years old... The Services are not directed to children under the age of 13.”
No longer quoted
Data sold or shared with third parties
“All financial companies need to share customers’ personal information to run their everyday business... For our everyday business purposes—such as to process your transactions, maintain your account(s), respond to court orders and legal investigations, or report to credit bureaus Yes No... For our marketing purposes— Yes No”
Appeared
Cookie consent that favors Accept
“Certain Services are only available through the use of Cookies, so if you choose to disable or decline Cookies, your use of certain Services may be limited or not possible.”
Oct 13, 2026 · D
Uber terms of use changed
We quoted 6 wording changes below.
The grade moved from C to F.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Forced arbitration or class-action waiver
Was
“By agreeing to these Terms, you agree that you are required to resolve any claim and/or lawsuit that you may have against Uber on an individual basis in binding arbitration as set forth in this Arbitration Agreement, and not as a class, collective, coordinated, consolidated, mass and/or representative action.”
Now
“The Arbitration Agreement REQUIRES YOU TO RESOLVE ALL DISPUTES WITH UBER ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS AND, WITH LIMITED EXCEPTIONS, THROUGH FINAL AND BINDING ARBITRATION.”
Changed
Jury trial or court access waived
Was
“IMPORTANT: PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT BY AGREEING TO THESE TERMS YOU ARE WAIVING YOUR RIGHT TO SEEK RELIEF IN A COURT OF LAW AND WAIVING YOUR RIGHT TO HAVE A JURY TRIAL ON YOUR CLAIMS.”
Now
“BY AGREEING TO THESE TERMS YOU ARE WAIVING YOUR RIGHT TO SEEK RELIEF IN A COURT OF LAW AND WAIVING YOUR RIGHT TO HAVE A JURY TRIAL ON YOUR CLAIMS.”
Changed
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
Was
“Uber reserves the right to modify these Terms or its policies relating to the Services at any time, effective upon posting of an updated version of these Terms through the Services or Uber’s website. You should regularly review these Terms, as your continued use of the Services after any such changes constitutes your agreement to such changes.”
Now
“Uber reserves the right to modify these Terms or its policies relating to the Services at any time... Your continued use of the Services after any such changes constitutes your agreement to such changes.”
Changed
You take the risk of injury or death
Was
“Autonomous Vehicles depend upon emerging technologies and could become inoperable or inaccessible for a period of time or may function erratically or improperly with little to no advance notice... If you use AV Services, you acknowledge that you understand the risks described in this section.”
Now
“Autonomous Vehicles depend upon emerging technologies and could become inoperable... The AVs are not designed to provide transportation services in connection with emergencies... If you use AV Services, you acknowledge that you understand the risks described in this section.”
Appeared
Liability shifted onto the user
“UBER IS NOT A COMMON CARRIER OR MOTOR CARRIER AND DOES NOT TRANSPORT PASSENGERS OR GOODS... THIRD-PARTY PROVIDERS ARE INDEPENDENT... ANY EFFORT... IS NOT AN INDICIA OF AN EMPLOYMENT... RELATIONSHIP WITH A THIRD-PARTY PROVIDER.”
Appeared
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
“These Terms consist of Uber’s Marketplace Platform... and any related content or services, including but not limited to... mobile and/or web-based applications... and together with the Uber Marketplace Platform, the 'Services'.”
Oct 13, 2026 · F
Uber privacy policy changed
We quoted 8 wording changes below.
The grade moved from D to C.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Tracking you across apps
Was
“We share data - including advertising or device identifier, hashed email address, approximate location, current trip or order information, and ad interaction data - with these intermediaries”
Now
“These entities may use cookies, web beacons, SDKs and other technologies to identify the devices used by visitors to our websites, as well as when they visit other online sites and services.”
Changed
Location or sensitive-data over-collection
Was
“biometric data that allows you to be identified based on your physical or biological characteristics. For example, biometric data is generated when we use facial verification technology”
Now
“Collecting biometric data that allows you to be identified based on your physical or biological characteristics... facial verification technology”
No longer quoted
Children’s data
“We collect your date of birth and/or age to verify your eligibility to use age-restricted products or services, such as Uber for teens”
Changed
Indefinite retention
Was
“We retain your data: Account... Life of account; Trip/Order... The sooner of life of account or 7 years”
Now
“we retain your data: ...for 7 years from collection (unless you first delete your Uber account) if necessary for purposes of Uber’s tax, insurance, legal or regulatory requirements”
No longer quoted
Loyalty, tickets, or points that add terms
“Loyalty program partners that provide points or rewards on eligible rides and Uber Eats orders according to their respective terms.”
No longer quoted
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
“except when you use Uber Freight, TrendyolGo App/website or Careem Rides”
Appeared
Difficult or incomplete deletion
“Following an account deletion request, we delete your account and data, except as necessary for purposes of safety, security, fraud prevention or compliance with legal requirements”
Appeared
Data sold or shared with third parties
“We instruct ad and marketing publishers to target these groups, or audiences, with ads... Uber will not sell or share your phone number with any third party to send you marketing or promotional text messages.”
Oct 13, 2026 · C
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 8 wording changes below.
The grade moved from F to D.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Tracking you across apps
Was
“We use data about the connections you make, the choices and settings you select, and what you share and do on and off our Products - to personalize your experience.”
Now
“we use data about the connections you make, the choices and settings you select, and what you share and do on and off our Products - to personalize your experience.”
No longer quoted
Difficult or incomplete deletion
“After the content is deleted, it may take us up to another 90 days to remove it from backups and disaster recovery systems.”
Changed
Liability shifted onto the user
Was
“we also DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED... To the fullest extent permitted by law under no circumstance will we be liable to you for any lost profits, revenues, information, or data...”
Now
“Our Products, however, are provided 'as is,' and we make no guarantees that they always will be safe, secure, or error-free...”
No longer quoted
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
“We provide a personalized experience... to help discover content... on and off Meta Company Products”
No longer quoted
Children’s data
“You cannot use Facebook if: You are under 13 years old.”
No longer quoted
Data sold or shared with third parties
“We don’t sell your personal data to advertisers, and we don’t share information that directly identifies you... unless you give us specific permission.”
Appeared
Indefinite retention
“After the content is deleted, it may take us up to another 90 days to remove it from backups and disaster recovery systems.”
Appeared
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
“Once any updated Terms are in effect, you will be bound by them if you continue to access or use our Products.”
Oct 13, 2026 · D
Meta privacy policy changed
We quoted 1 wording change below.
The current grade is C.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
Was
“We are part of the Meta Companies that provide Meta Company Products. Meta Company Products include all the Meta Products covered by this Policy, plus other products like WhatsApp and more. We share information we collect... with the other Meta Companies.”
Now
“We are part of the Meta Companies that provide Meta Company Products. Meta Company Products include all the Meta Products covered by this Policy, plus other products like WhatsApp and more.”
Oct 13, 2026 · C
PayPal privacy policy changed
We quoted 6 wording changes below.
The current grade is F.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Tracking you across apps
Was
“We also disclose Personal Information to Partners and Merchants... to help ourselves and Partners and Merchants personalize services and offers so you can have a better and more relevant experience.”
Now
“We use Cookies to collect your device information, internet activity information, and generate inferences as described above... These service providers may also collect information that helps them identify your device, such as IP-address or other unique device identifiers.”
Changed
Indefinite retention
Was
“Personal Information used for the ongoing relationship between you and PayPal is stored for the duration of the relationship plus a period of 10 years or such period as mandated by any applicable local law...”
Now
“Personal Information used for the ongoing relationship between you and PayPal is stored for the duration of the relationship plus a period of 10 years or such period as mandated by any applicable local law once our relationship comes to an end... We retain biometric data for as long as needed or permitted... and no more than 3 years after your account closes, unless otherwise required by applicable law.”
Changed
Location or sensitive-data over-collection
Was
“Biometric data: Such as voice identification, photo identification, or face scans, which we may collect when you consent in the user experience to authenticate you...”
Now
“Biometric data: Such as voice identification, photo identification, or face scans... Sensitive Personal Information: Such as Social Security and tax ID number... precise geolocation data...”
Changed
Data sold or shared with third parties
Was
“Please note that certain jurisdictions require providing a lawful basis for processing Personal Information... Unless we are required by law to obtain your consent, we disclose Personal Information collected from you after November 27, 2024... for personalized shopping experiences in the United States.”
Now
“Unless we are required to obtain your consent, we share Personal Information collected after November 27, 2024 (or from earlier if you consent) for personalized shopping experiences in the United States. Personal Information we disclose includes, for example, products, preferences, sizes, and styles we think you’ll like.”
Changed
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
Was
“If the revised version requires notice in accordance with applicable law, we will provide you with 30 days' prior notice... otherwise the revised Privacy Statement will be effective as of the published effective date.”
Now
“We may revise this Privacy Statement from time to time to reflect changes to our business, Services, or applicable laws. If the revised version requires notice in accordance with applicable law, we will provide you with 30 days' prior notice... otherwise the revised Privacy Statement will be effective as of the published effective date.”
No longer quoted
Difficult or incomplete deletion
“If you close your PayPal account(s) or profile, delete, or request that we delete Personal Information, we still need to keep some Personal Information... Complete a transaction... Detect and prevent malicious, fraudulent, or illegal activity... Comply with laws...”
Oct 13, 2026 · F
Uber terms of use changed
We quoted 4 wording changes below.
The grade moved from D to C.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Forced arbitration or class-action waiver
Was
“You are each waiving your right to a jury trial.”
Now
“By agreeing to these Terms, you agree that you are required to resolve any claim and/or lawsuit that you may have against Uber on an individual basis in binding arbitration as set forth in this Arbitration Agreement, and not as a class, collective, coordinated, consolidated, mass and/or representative action.”
Changed
Jury trial or court access waived
Was
“PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT BY AGREEING TO THESE TERMS YOU ARE WAIVING YOUR RIGHT TO SEEK RELIEF IN A COURT OF LAW AND WAIVING YOUR RIGHT TO HAVE A JURY TRIAL ON YOUR CLAIMS.”
Now
“IMPORTANT: PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT BY AGREEING TO THESE TERMS YOU ARE WAIVING YOUR RIGHT TO SEEK RELIEF IN A COURT OF LAW AND WAIVING YOUR RIGHT TO HAVE A JURY TRIAL ON YOUR CLAIMS.”
Changed
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
Was
“Your continued use of the Services after any such changes constitutes your agreement to such changes.”
Now
“Uber reserves the right to modify these Terms or its policies relating to the Services at any time, effective upon posting of an updated version of these Terms through the Services or Uber’s website. You should regularly review these Terms, as your continued use of the Services after any such changes constitutes your agreement to such changes.”
Changed
You take the risk of injury or death
Was
“Any incidents or accidents resulting in personal injury or death to you or anyone else... regardless of whether you allege that the personal injury or death was experienced by you or anyone else”
Now
“Autonomous Vehicles depend upon emerging technologies and could become inoperable or inaccessible for a period of time or may function erratically or improperly with little to no advance notice... If you use AV Services, you acknowledge that you understand the risks described in this section.”
Oct 13, 2026 · C
Uber privacy policy changed
We quoted 8 wording changes below.
The grade moved from C to D.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Tracking you across apps
Was
“We may also allow others to provide audience measurement and analytics services for us, to serve ads on our behalf across the internet or for other companies’ products and services on our apps... These entities may use cookies, web beacons, SDKs and other technologies to identify the devices used by visitors to our websites, as well as when they visit other online sites and services.”
Now
“We share data - including advertising or device identifier, hashed email address, approximate location, current trip or order information, and ad interaction data - with these intermediaries”
Changed
Indefinite retention
Was
“we retain your data: ... for 7 years from collection (unless you first delete your Uber account) if necessary for purposes of Uber’s tax, insurance, legal or regulatory requirements”
Now
“We retain your data: Account... Life of account; Trip/Order... The sooner of life of account or 7 years”
No longer quoted
Difficult or incomplete deletion
“Following an account deletion request, we delete your account and data, except as necessary for purposes of safety, security, fraud prevention or compliance with legal requirements”
No longer quoted
Data sold or shared with third parties
“Our privacy practices are subject to applicable laws... If you use Uber outside of these regions, your data may be collected and used for the purposes indicated with an asterisk (*)... such data collections and uses are indicated with an asterisk (*)... We do not perform some of the data collections and uses described in this notice in the EEA, UK or Switzerland.”
Appeared
Location or sensitive-data over-collection
“biometric data that allows you to be identified based on your physical or biological characteristics. For example, biometric data is generated when we use facial verification technology”
“We collect your date of birth and/or age to verify your eligibility to use age-restricted products or services, such as Uber for teens”
Appeared
Loyalty, tickets, or points that add terms
“Loyalty program partners that provide points or rewards on eligible rides and Uber Eats orders according to their respective terms.”
Appeared
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
“except when you use Uber Freight, TrendyolGo App/website or Careem Rides”
Oct 13, 2026 · D
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 7 wording changes below.
The grade moved from D to F.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Tracking you across apps
Was
“we use data about the connections you make, the choices and settings you select, and what you share and do on and off our Products - to personalize your experience.”
Now
“We use data about the connections you make, the choices and settings you select, and what you share and do on and off our Products - to personalize your experience.”
No longer quoted
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
“Unless otherwise required by law, we will notify you before we make changes to these Terms... Once any updated Terms are in effect, you will be bound by them if you continue to access or use our Products.”
Changed
Liability shifted onto the user
Was
“We do not control or direct what people and others do or say... and we are not responsible for their actions or conduct... including offensive, inappropriate, obscene, unlawful, and other objectionable content.”
Now
“we also DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED... To the fullest extent permitted by law under no circumstance will we be liable to you for any lost profits, revenues, information, or data...”
No longer quoted
Jury trial or court access waived
“any claim, cause of action, or dispute between us that arises out of or relates to these Terms... shall be resolved exclusively in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California or a state court located in San Mateo County.”
Appeared
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
“We provide a personalized experience... to help discover content... on and off Meta Company Products”
“You cannot use Facebook if: You are under 13 years old.”
Appeared
Data sold or shared with third parties
“We don’t sell your personal data to advertisers, and we don’t share information that directly identifies you... unless you give us specific permission.”
Oct 13, 2026 · F
Meta privacy policy changed
We quoted 4 wording changes below.
The grade moved from D to C.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Tracking you across apps
Was
“Receiving and using information from third parties to tailor the ads you see: We’ll use information that advertisers, businesses and other partners provide us about activity off the Meta Company Products that we have associated with you to personalize ads that we show you on our Products, and on websites, apps and devices that use our advertising services.”
Now
“We’ll use information that advertisers, businesses and other partners provide us about activity off the Meta Company Products that we have associated with you to personalize ads that we show you on our Products, and on websites, apps and devices that use our advertising services.”
No longer quoted
Location or sensitive-data over-collection
“Any information with special protections that you choose to provide, such as your religious views, your sexual orientation, political views, health, racial or ethnic origin, philosophical beliefs or trade union membership, or as part of surveys you choose to participate in, or where you have given your explicit consent”
Changed
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
Was
“We are part of the Meta Companies that provide Meta Company Products. Meta Company Products include all the Meta Products covered by this Policy, plus other products like WhatsApp and more.”
Now
“We are part of the Meta Companies that provide Meta Company Products. Meta Company Products include all the Meta Products covered by this Policy, plus other products like WhatsApp and more. We share information we collect... with the other Meta Companies.”
No longer quoted
Data sold or shared with third parties
“When we show you ads through Meta Audience Network when you visit other apps, our systems automatically process the information we have collected and stored about you and others to identify you as a Meta Product user and tailor the ads you see.”
Oct 13, 2026 · C
PayPal privacy policy changed
We quoted 9 wording changes below.
The current grade is F.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Tracking you across apps
Was
“We may use Personal Information... to better understand and cater to your interests... We also use Personal Information to allow you to participate in certain features... such as... targeted advertising... We use Cookies to collect your device information, internet activity information, and generate inferences...”
Now
“We also disclose Personal Information to Partners and Merchants... to help ourselves and Partners and Merchants personalize services and offers so you can have a better and more relevant experience.”
Changed
Data sold or shared with third parties
Was
“Unless we are required by law to obtain your consent, we disclose Personal Information collected from you after November 27, 2024... for personalized shopping experiences in the United States... Personal Information we disclose includes, for example, products, sizes, preferences, and styles we think you’ll like.”
Now
“Please note that certain jurisdictions require providing a lawful basis for processing Personal Information... Unless we are required by law to obtain your consent, we disclose Personal Information collected from you after November 27, 2024... for personalized shopping experiences in the United States.”
Changed
Location or sensitive-data over-collection
Was
“Biometric data: Such as voice identification, photo identification, or face scans, which we may collect when you consent in the user experience to authenticate you... Sensitive Personal Information: Such as Social Security and tax ID number... bank account and routing numbers...”
Now
“Biometric data: Such as voice identification, photo identification, or face scans, which we may collect when you consent in the user experience to authenticate you...”
Changed
Indefinite retention
Was
“Personal Information used for the ongoing relationship between you and PayPal is stored for the duration of the relationship plus a period of 10 years... In connection with litigation, investigations, audit and compliance practices, or to protect against legal claims.”
Now
“Personal Information used for the ongoing relationship between you and PayPal is stored for the duration of the relationship plus a period of 10 years or such period as mandated by any applicable local law...”
Changed
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
Was
“We may revise this Privacy Statement from time to time... we will provide you with 30 days' prior notice by posting notice of the change on the Policy Updates... otherwise the revised Privacy Statement will be effective as of the published effective date.”
Now
“If the revised version requires notice in accordance with applicable law, we will provide you with 30 days' prior notice... otherwise the revised Privacy Statement will be effective as of the published effective date.”
Changed
Difficult or incomplete deletion
Was
“If you close your PayPal account(s) or profile, delete, or request that we delete Personal Information, we still need to keep some Personal Information... to comply with laws... detect and prevent malicious, fraudulent, or illegal activity... Manage our internal business processes...”
Now
“If you close your PayPal account(s) or profile, delete, or request that we delete Personal Information, we still need to keep some Personal Information... Complete a transaction... Detect and prevent malicious, fraudulent, or illegal activity... Comply with laws...”
No longer quoted
Liability shifted onto the user
“We are not responsible for protecting any Personal Information that we share with a third-party based on a linked account connection that you have authorized.”
Changed
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
Was
“Excluded Services means companies or separate brands, affiliates, or subsidiaries of PayPal... Examples include Venmo, Honey Science LLC... Fastlane means the online tool whereby individuals can store their payment methods... at participating Partners and Merchants...”
Now
“Excluded Services means companies or separate brands, affiliates, or subsidiaries of PayPal... Examples include Venmo, Honey Science LLC, Chargehound LLC, Paidy Inc., Swift Financial LLC, and Bill Me Later, Inc.”
Appeared
Cookie consent that favors Accept
“Certain aspects and features of our Services and Sites are only available through the use of Cookies, so if you choose to disable or decline Cookies through your device or browser settings, your use of the Sites and Services may be limited or not possible.”
Oct 13, 2026 · F
Uber terms of use changed
We quoted 8 wording changes below.
The grade moved from F to D.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Forced arbitration or class-action waiver
Was
“By agreeing to these Terms, you agree that you are required to resolve any claim and/or lawsuit that you may have against Uber on an individual basis in binding arbitration as set forth in this Arbitration Agreement, and not as a class, collective, coordinated, consolidated, mass and/or representative action.”
Now
“You are each waiving your right to a jury trial.”
Changed
Jury trial or court access waived
Was
“IMPORTANT: PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT BY AGREEING TO THESE TERMS YOU ARE WAIVING YOUR RIGHT TO SEEK RELIEF IN A COURT OF LAW AND WAIVING YOUR RIGHT TO HAVE A JURY TRIAL ON YOUR CLAIMS.”
Now
“PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT BY AGREEING TO THESE TERMS YOU ARE WAIVING YOUR RIGHT TO SEEK RELIEF IN A COURT OF LAW AND WAIVING YOUR RIGHT TO HAVE A JURY TRIAL ON YOUR CLAIMS.”
Changed
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
Was
“Uber reserves the right to modify these Terms or its policies relating to the Services at any time, effective upon posting of an updated version of these Terms through the Services or Uber’s website. You should regularly review these Terms, as your continued use of the Services after any such changes constitutes your agreement to such changes.”
Now
“Your continued use of the Services after any such changes constitutes your agreement to such changes.”
Changed
You take the risk of injury or death
Was
“You and Uber mutually agree to arbitrate any disputes arising out of or relating to... incidents or accidents resulting in personal injury or death to you or anyone else that you allege occurred in connection with your use of the Services... regardless of whether the claim, injury, or lawsuit allegedly occurred or accrued before or after the date you agreed to these Terms...”
Now
“Any incidents or accidents resulting in personal injury or death to you or anyone else... regardless of whether you allege that the personal injury or death was experienced by you or anyone else”
No longer quoted
Car or smart-home data always on
“When you use AV Services, audio, video, and other sensor recordings may be generated by the AV’s systems for safety, security, or service quality purposes. By using the AV Services, you consent to such recordings.”
No longer quoted
Liability shifted onto the user
“UBER IS NOT A COMMON CARRIER OR MOTOR CARRIER AND DOES NOT TRANSPORT PASSENGERS OR GOODS... THIRD-PARTY PROVIDERS ARE INDEPENDENT AND NOT ACTUAL AGENTS, APPARENT AGENTS, OSTENSIBLE AGENTS, OR EMPLOYEES OF UBER IN ANY WAY.”
No longer quoted
Difficult or incomplete deletion
“Additionally, you authorize your wireless carrier to use or disclose information about your account and your wireless device, if available, to Uber or its service providers for the duration of your business relationship, solely to help Uber identify you or your wireless device and to prevent fraud.”
No longer quoted
Children’s data
“You may not allow persons under the age of 18 to use the Services unless they are accompanied by you or an adult. However, we may offer parents and guardians the ability to create Accounts for their children.”
Oct 13, 2026 · D
Uber privacy policy changed
We quoted 7 wording changes below.
The grade moved from F to C.
Wording we could quote
No longer quoted
Location or sensitive-data over-collection
“Biometric data is generated when we use facial verification technology to confirm that your account is not being used by anyone other than you... User-submitted selfies... Facial verification information”
Changed
Tracking you across apps
Was
“We may also allow others to provide audience measurement and analytics services for us, to serve ads on our behalf across the internet or for other companies’ products and services on our apps, and to track and report on the performance of those ads. These entities may use cookies, web beacons, SDKs and other technologies to identify the devices used by visitors to our websites, as well as when they visit other online sites and services.”
Now
“We may also allow others to provide audience measurement and analytics services for us, to serve ads on our behalf across the internet or for other companies’ products and services on our apps... These entities may use cookies, web beacons, SDKs and other technologies to identify the devices used by visitors to our websites, as well as when they visit other online sites and services.”
Changed
Indefinite retention
Was
“We retain your data: ...for 7 years from collection (unless you first delete your Uber account) if necessary for purposes of Uber’s tax, insurance, legal or regulatory requirements; subject to Uber’s legitimate interests in defending against, or asserting, legal claims;”
Now
“we retain your data: ... for 7 years from collection (unless you first delete your Uber account) if necessary for purposes of Uber’s tax, insurance, legal or regulatory requirements”
No longer quoted
Car or smart-home data always on
“In-Vehicle Recordings. If you take a ride in an autonomous vehicle, we will collect videos of you taken by in-cabin cameras. We may also collect audio recordings, such as when you contact Uber during a trip for customer support purposes.”
Changed
Data sold or shared with third parties
Was
“Marketing partners, advertisers, and service providers. This includes banks in connection with cash back programs,* and data resellers.* ... Enrichment data such as demographics (age range, household income range, gender)... general purchasing behavior, viewing preferences and streaming habits.*”
Now
“Our privacy practices are subject to applicable laws... If you use Uber outside of these regions, your data may be collected and used for the purposes indicated with an asterisk (*)... such data collections and uses are indicated with an asterisk (*)... We do not perform some of the data collections and uses described in this notice in the EEA, UK or Switzerland.”
Changed
Difficult or incomplete deletion
Was
“Following an account deletion request, we delete your account and data, except as necessary for purposes of safety, security, fraud prevention or compliance with legal requirements... For example, if you are banned from Uber’s services because of serious fraudulent or unsafe behavior, Uber will retain your data after an account deletion request to prevent you from re-obtaining access to Uber’s platform.”
Now
“Following an account deletion request, we delete your account and data, except as necessary for purposes of safety, security, fraud prevention or compliance with legal requirements”
No longer quoted
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
“This notice applies when you use Uber’s apps or websites to request or receive products or services, including rides or deliveries. ... except when you use Uber Freight, TrendyolGo App/website or Careem Rides.”
Oct 13, 2026 · C
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 5 wording changes below.
The grade moved from C to D.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Liability shifted onto the user
Was
“We do not control or direct what people and others do or say... we are not responsible for their actions or conduct... including offensive, inappropriate, obscene, unlawful, and other objectionable content.”
Now
“We do not control or direct what people and others do or say... and we are not responsible for their actions or conduct... including offensive, inappropriate, obscene, unlawful, and other objectionable content.”
No longer quoted
Children’s data
“You cannot use Facebook if: You are under 13 years old.”
Appeared
Tracking you across apps
“we use data about the connections you make, the choices and settings you select, and what you share and do on and off our Products - to personalize your experience.”
Appeared
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
“Unless otherwise required by law, we will notify you before we make changes to these Terms... Once any updated Terms are in effect, you will be bound by them if you continue to access or use our Products.”
Appeared
Jury trial or court access waived
“any claim, cause of action, or dispute between us that arises out of or relates to these Terms... shall be resolved exclusively in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California or a state court located in San Mateo County.”
Oct 13, 2026 · D
Meta privacy policy changed
We quoted 6 wording changes below.
The current grade is D.
Wording we could quote
No longer quoted
Liability shifted onto the user
“We don't sell any of your information to anyone, and we never will.”
Changed
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
Was
“We share information we collect globally, both internally across our offices and data centers and externally with our partners, third parties and service providers.”
Now
“We are part of the Meta Companies that provide Meta Company Products. Meta Company Products include all the Meta Products covered by this Policy, plus other products like WhatsApp and more.”
Changed
Tracking you across apps
Was
“We’ll use information that advertisers, businesses and other partners provide us about activity off the Meta Company Products that we have associated with you to personalize ads that we show you on our Products, and on websites, apps and devices that use our advertising services.”
Now
“Receiving and using information from third parties to tailor the ads you see: We’ll use information that advertisers, businesses and other partners provide us about activity off the Meta Company Products that we have associated with you to personalize ads that we show you on our Products, and on websites, apps and devices that use our advertising services.”
Changed
Location or sensitive-data over-collection
Was
“Any information with special protections that you choose to provide, such as your religious views, your sexual orientation, political views, health, racial or ethnic origin, philosophical beliefs or trade union membership...”
Now
“Any information with special protections that you choose to provide, such as your religious views, your sexual orientation, political views, health, racial or ethnic origin, philosophical beliefs or trade union membership, or as part of surveys you choose to participate in, or where you have given your explicit consent”
No longer quoted
Broad license to user content
“Content you create, like posts, comments or audio... Metadata about content and messages, subject to applicable law”
Appeared
Data sold or shared with third parties
“When we show you ads through Meta Audience Network when you visit other apps, our systems automatically process the information we have collected and stored about you and others to identify you as a Meta Product user and tailor the ads you see.”
Oct 13, 2026 · D
PayPal privacy policy changed
We quoted 10 wording changes below.
The current grade is F.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
Was
“If the revised version requires notice in accordance with applicable law, we will provide you with 30 days' prior notice by posting notice of the change on the Policy Updates or 'Privacy Statement' page of our website, otherwise the revised Privacy Statement will be effective as of the published effective date.”
Now
“We may revise this Privacy Statement from time to time... we will provide you with 30 days' prior notice by posting notice of the change on the Policy Updates... otherwise the revised Privacy Statement will be effective as of the published effective date.”
Changed
Location or sensitive-data over-collection
Was
“Biometric data: Such as voice identification, photo identification, or face scans, which we may collect when you consent in the user experience to authenticate you for certain actions related to your account...”
Now
“Biometric data: Such as voice identification, photo identification, or face scans, which we may collect when you consent in the user experience to authenticate you... Sensitive Personal Information: Such as Social Security and tax ID number... bank account and routing numbers...”
Changed
Tracking you across apps
Was
“The websites you visited before coming to the Sites, and other usage and browsing information collected through Cookies... We also use Personal Information... to better understand and cater to your interests.”
Now
“We may use Personal Information... to better understand and cater to your interests... We also use Personal Information to allow you to participate in certain features... such as... targeted advertising... We use Cookies to collect your device information, internet activity information, and generate inferences...”
Changed
Indefinite retention
Was
“Personal Information used for the ongoing relationship between you and PayPal is stored for the duration of the relationship plus a period of 10 years or such period as mandated by any applicable local law once our relationship comes to an end...”
Now
“Personal Information used for the ongoing relationship between you and PayPal is stored for the duration of the relationship plus a period of 10 years... In connection with litigation, investigations, audit and compliance practices, or to protect against legal claims.”
Changed
Data sold or shared with third parties
Was
“We may disclose Personal Information with other third parties... This further applies to parties we cooperate with for marketing purposes, in particular to show you ads and offers tailored to your interests.”
Now
“Unless we are required by law to obtain your consent, we disclose Personal Information collected from you after November 27, 2024... for personalized shopping experiences in the United States... Personal Information we disclose includes, for example, products, sizes, preferences, and styles we think you’ll like.”
No longer quoted
Children’s data
“The Sites and Services are not directed to children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect information... from children under the age of 18...”
No longer quoted
Cookie consent that favors Accept
“Because many of our services won’t function without tracking data, we do not respond to DNT settings. Certain aspects and features of our Services and Sites are only available through the use of Cookies, so if you choose to disable or decline Cookies... your use of the Sites and Services may be limited or not possible.”
Changed
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
Was
“Excluded Services. We may disclose Personal Information to the Excluded Services (as defined below), including Venmo to provide you with the Services...”
Now
“Excluded Services means companies or separate brands, affiliates, or subsidiaries of PayPal... Examples include Venmo, Honey Science LLC... Fastlane means the online tool whereby individuals can store their payment methods... at participating Partners and Merchants...”
Appeared
Difficult or incomplete deletion
“If you close your PayPal account(s) or profile, delete, or request that we delete Personal Information, we still need to keep some Personal Information... to comply with laws... detect and prevent malicious, fraudulent, or illegal activity... Manage our internal business processes...”
Appeared
Liability shifted onto the user
“We are not responsible for protecting any Personal Information that we share with a third-party based on a linked account connection that you have authorized.”
Oct 13, 2026 · F
Uber terms of use changed
We quoted 8 wording changes below.
The current grade is F.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
Was
“Uber reserves the right to modify these Terms or its policies relating to the Services at any time, effective upon posting... your continued use of the Services after any such changes constitutes your agreement to such changes.”
Now
“Uber reserves the right to modify these Terms or its policies relating to the Services at any time, effective upon posting of an updated version of these Terms through the Services or Uber’s website. You should regularly review these Terms, as your continued use of the Services after any such changes constitutes your agreement to such changes.”
No longer quoted
Broad license to user content
“Incorporated by reference: User Generated Content Terms... [User grants] a perpetual, irrevocable, non-exclusive, fully-paid, royalty-free, worldwide license...”
No longer quoted
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
“These Terms of Service... govern your use of Uber’s digital marketplace platform... and any related content or services, including but not limited to, mobile and/or web-based applications...”
Changed
You take the risk of injury or death
Was
“If you use AV Services, you acknowledge that you understand the risks described in this section... The AVs are not designed to provide transportation services in connection with emergencies... you and your guests may not always be delivered to your intended destination(s).”
Now
“You and Uber mutually agree to arbitrate any disputes arising out of or relating to... incidents or accidents resulting in personal injury or death to you or anyone else that you allege occurred in connection with your use of the Services... regardless of whether the claim, injury, or lawsuit allegedly occurred or accrued before or after the date you agreed to these Terms...”
Was
“However, we may offer parents and guardians the ability to create Accounts for their children... If you are a parent or legal guardian, and you allow your child to use the Services... these Terms apply to you.”
Now
“You may not allow persons under the age of 18 to use the Services unless they are accompanied by you or an adult. However, we may offer parents and guardians the ability to create Accounts for their children.”
Changed
Liability shifted onto the user
Was
“UBER IS NOT A COMMON CARRIER... THIRD-PARTY PROVIDERS ARE INDEPENDENT... ANY EFFORT... IS NOT AN INDICIA OF AN EMPLOYMENT... UBER ASSUME NO LIABILITY FOR SUCH LOSS OF ACCESS...”
Now
“UBER IS NOT A COMMON CARRIER OR MOTOR CARRIER AND DOES NOT TRANSPORT PASSENGERS OR GOODS... THIRD-PARTY PROVIDERS ARE INDEPENDENT AND NOT ACTUAL AGENTS, APPARENT AGENTS, OSTENSIBLE AGENTS, OR EMPLOYEES OF UBER IN ANY WAY.”
Appeared
Car or smart-home data always on
“When you use AV Services, audio, video, and other sensor recordings may be generated by the AV’s systems for safety, security, or service quality purposes. By using the AV Services, you consent to such recordings.”
Appeared
Difficult or incomplete deletion
“Additionally, you authorize your wireless carrier to use or disclose information about your account and your wireless device, if available, to Uber or its service providers for the duration of your business relationship, solely to help Uber identify you or your wireless device and to prevent fraud.”
Oct 13, 2026 · F
Uber privacy policy changed
We quoted 8 wording changes below.
The current grade is F.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Location or sensitive-data over-collection
Was
“biometric data is generated when we use facial verification technology to confirm that your account is not being used by anyone other than you... Collecting a real-time selfie that we compare against the photo on your ID”
Now
“Biometric data is generated when we use facial verification technology to confirm that your account is not being used by anyone other than you... User-submitted selfies... Facial verification information”
Changed
Car or smart-home data always on
Was
“If you take a ride in an autonomous vehicle, we will collect videos of you taken by in-cabin cameras. We may also collect audio recordings”
Now
“In-Vehicle Recordings. If you take a ride in an autonomous vehicle, we will collect videos of you taken by in-cabin cameras. We may also collect audio recordings, such as when you contact Uber during a trip for customer support purposes.”
Changed
Tracking you across apps
Was
“We also determine your approximate location and can determine your precise location if you allow us to do so... We also collect such data when you have the Uber app open on your phone’s screen.”
Now
“We may also allow others to provide audience measurement and analytics services for us, to serve ads on our behalf across the internet or for other companies’ products and services on our apps, and to track and report on the performance of those ads. These entities may use cookies, web beacons, SDKs and other technologies to identify the devices used by visitors to our websites, as well as when they visit other online sites and services.”
Changed
Indefinite retention
Was
“We retain your data for as long as necessary... for 7 years from collection... if necessary for purposes of Uber’s tax, insurance, legal or regulatory requirements; subject to Uber’s legitimate interests”
Now
“We retain your data: ...for 7 years from collection (unless you first delete your Uber account) if necessary for purposes of Uber’s tax, insurance, legal or regulatory requirements; subject to Uber’s legitimate interests in defending against, or asserting, legal claims;”
No longer quoted
Broad license to user content
“User content... ratings or feedback... uploaded photos and audio or video recordings... for research and development... training machine learning models.”
Changed
Data sold or shared with third parties
Was
“Advertisers and service providers... data resellers... enrichment data such as demographics... general purchasing behavior... Uber will not sell or share your phone number with any third party to send you marketing or promotional text messages.”
Now
“Marketing partners, advertisers, and service providers. This includes banks in connection with cash back programs,* and data resellers.* ... Enrichment data such as demographics (age range, household income range, gender)... general purchasing behavior, viewing preferences and streaming habits.*”
Appeared
Difficult or incomplete deletion
“Following an account deletion request, we delete your account and data, except as necessary for purposes of safety, security, fraud prevention or compliance with legal requirements... For example, if you are banned from Uber’s services because of serious fraudulent or unsafe behavior, Uber will retain your data after an account deletion request to prevent you from re-obtaining access to Uber’s platform.”
Appeared
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
“This notice applies when you use Uber’s apps or websites to request or receive products or services, including rides or deliveries. ... except when you use Uber Freight, TrendyolGo App/website or Careem Rides.”
Oct 13, 2026 · F
Meta terms of use changed
We quoted 3 wording changes below.
The grade moved from F to C.
Wording we could quote
No longer quoted
Tracking you across apps
“we use your personal data to help determine which personalized ads to show you... we provide advertisers with reports about the performance of their ads to help them understand how people are interacting with their content on and off Meta Products.”
Changed
Liability shifted onto the user
Was
“Our Products, however, are provided "as is," and we make no guarantees that they always will be safe, secure, or error-free... Our aggregate liability arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Meta Products will not exceed the greater of $100...”
Now
“We do not control or direct what people and others do or say... we are not responsible for their actions or conduct... including offensive, inappropriate, obscene, unlawful, and other objectionable content.”
No longer quoted
Indefinite retention
“Content will not be deleted within 90 days... where your content has been used by others in accordance with this license and they have not deleted it”
Oct 13, 2026 · C
Meta privacy policy changed
We quoted 4 wording changes below.
The current grade is D.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Broad license to user content
Was
“Our systems automatically process information we've collected and stored associated with you... This is how we: Personalize features and content... Personalize the ads people see...”
Now
“Content you create, like posts, comments or audio... Metadata about content and messages, subject to applicable law”
Changed
Location or sensitive-data over-collection
Was
“Any information with special protections that you choose to provide, such as your religious views, your sexual orientation, political views, health, racial or ethnic origin...”
Now
“Any information with special protections that you choose to provide, such as your religious views, your sexual orientation, political views, health, racial or ethnic origin, philosophical beliefs or trade union membership...”
Changed
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
Was
“We are part of the Meta Companies that provide Meta Company Products. Meta Company Products include all the Meta Products covered by this Policy, plus other products like WhatsApp and more.”
Now
“We share information we collect globally, both internally across our offices and data centers and externally with our partners, third parties and service providers.”
Appeared
Liability shifted onto the user
“We don't sell any of your information to anyone, and we never will.”
Oct 13, 2026 · D
Uber terms of use changed
We quoted 8 wording changes below.
The grade moved from D to F.
Wording we could quote
Changed
Forced arbitration or class-action waiver
Was
“The Arbitration Agreement REQUIRES YOU TO RESOLVE ALL DISPUTES WITH UBER ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS AND, WITH LIMITED EXCEPTIONS, THROUGH FINAL AND BINDING ARBITRATION.”
Now
“By agreeing to these Terms, you agree that you are required to resolve any claim and/or lawsuit that you may have against Uber on an individual basis in binding arbitration as set forth in this Arbitration Agreement, and not as a class, collective, coordinated, consolidated, mass and/or representative action.”
Changed
You take the risk of injury or death
Was
“If you use AV Services, you acknowledge that you understand the risks described in this section... The AVs are not designed to provide transportation services in connection with emergencies.”
Now
“If you use AV Services, you acknowledge that you understand the risks described in this section... The AVs are not designed to provide transportation services in connection with emergencies... you and your guests may not always be delivered to your intended destination(s).”
No longer quoted
Car or smart-home data always on
“When you use AV Services, audio, video, and other sensor recordings may be generated by the AV’s systems for safety, security, or service quality purposes. By using the AV Services, you consent to such recordings.”
Was
“we may offer parents and guardians the ability to create Accounts for their children... If you are a parent or legal guardian, and you allow your child to use the Services, then these Terms apply to you”
Now
“However, we may offer parents and guardians the ability to create Accounts for their children... If you are a parent or legal guardian, and you allow your child to use the Services... these Terms apply to you.”
Appeared
Unilateral changes with little or no notice
“Uber reserves the right to modify these Terms or its policies relating to the Services at any time, effective upon posting... your continued use of the Services after any such changes constitutes your agreement to such changes.”
Appeared
Broad license to user content
“Incorporated by reference: User Generated Content Terms... [User grants] a perpetual, irrevocable, non-exclusive, fully-paid, royalty-free, worldwide license...”
Appeared
Terms follow you to parks, stores, and other products
“These Terms of Service... govern your use of Uber’s digital marketplace platform... and any related content or services, including but not limited to, mobile and/or web-based applications...”
Appeared
Liability shifted onto the user
“UBER IS NOT A COMMON CARRIER... THIRD-PARTY PROVIDERS ARE INDEPENDENT... ANY EFFORT... IS NOT AN INDICIA OF AN EMPLOYMENT... UBER ASSUME NO LIABILITY FOR SUCH LOSS OF ACCESS...”
Oct 13, 2026 · F
