Terms Watch

Updated the effective date from August 10, 2026 to August 11, 2026. Added a new way to adjust cookie preferences on x.ai by clicking 'Privacy choices' in the footer.

The effective date changed from July 2, 2026 to August 10, 2026. The domains for Meta Ads, Google Ads, and Twitter (X) cookies were expanded to include x.ai and console.x.ai.

Added a section explaining data handling for the 'Speak to Window' feature on Gemini for macOS, which captures audio and the active window to process instructions.

Added a clause stating the English language version of the guidelines is the version of reference and prevails in case of discrepancies with translations.

The effective date changed to August 5, 2026. The definition of Customer Data was expanded. The policy on using data for training was updated, including for Labs and Preview Models. Breach of confidentiality was removed as an exception to the limitation of liability.

Updated the 'Death & tragedy' section for content that can earn ad revenue, allowing for the direct display of the moment of death in certain educational, documentary, or journalistic contexts.

Added Malaysia as a server location. Expanded data collection for security and anti-fraud purposes, including SIM card, mobile carrier, and WiFi information. Updated data sharing practices with related group companies and data transfer mechanisms for EEA/UK users.

The effective date changed to September 21, 2026. Added that Snap may require age verification and may lock or delete underage accounts. Updated content moderation, safety, and dispute resolution sections, including changes to arbitration fees.

Expanded the definition of Services to include Meta Materials and prohibited uses to include Outputs, Actions, and Integrated Products. Added and expanded prohibitions related to fundamental rights, cybersecurity, professional practices, and the operation of AI agents.

Introduced tiers for services: "Standard Services" and "Discounted Services". Content from Discounted Services may be used for training, while content from Standard Services will not. Added terms for "Downloadable Materials" and a new Exhibit B for EU/UK consumer rights.

The effective date changed from September 21, 2026 to April 7, 2025. The age requirement clause was updated, and sections on content moderation and arbitration fees were modified.

Updated the location of X Corp. from Bastrop, Texas to Austin, Texas, including the mailing address for legal policy matters.

The effective date changed to 21 September 2026. Added that information may be used to estimate, infer, or verify age. Added that automated tools may be used to detect violations and confirm age-appropriate use.

Updated the effective date to September 21, 2026. Added language about age verification and responding to EU governmental requests for user information. Modified sections on content moderation, appeals, and arbitration fees.

Added United Arab Emirates to the list of approved countries for targeting in the Middle East.

X either introduced new Advertising Content Policy or these terms are being tracked for the first time.

Twitch either introduced new Advertising Content Policy or these terms are being tracked for the first time.

Added that Microsoft may share age group information with Microsoft apps, services, and third-party apps. Added that the Sticky Notes screenshot feature can capture content from other active app windows. Removed a paragraph about refreshing the Privacy Statement.

The effective date changed from 22 May 2024 to 30 July 2026. Added a section on user responsibility for network costs. Removed the section on handling requests for your data. Modified language around legally required updates and commercial guarantees.

Added 'ads.openai.com' as a domain for numerous marketing performance cookies from LinkedIn, Google, Reddit, and Meta. Changed the browser link for 'Explorer' to 'Edge'.

Removed South Korea as a storage location for Japanese users' personal data. The 'Date of last update' was changed from July 31, 2025 to July 31, 2026.

Restructured destination requirements into new subsections covering profile details, functionality, style, and language. Added a new section on keyword requirements for ad placement.

The effective date changed from March 12, 2026 to July 27, 2026. The conditions for opting out of AI model training were modified.

The effective date changed from April 8, 2026 to July 27, 2026. The product name "Le Chat" was changed to "Vibe". The definition of "Input" was expanded to include data accessed through integrations or connected services.

Published new Community Guidelines covering content standards, harassment, hate speech, misinformation, AI-generated media, privacy, illegal activities, and enforcement. The age requirement is set to 16 years old.

Added a new privacy policy. It details information collected (account info, usage data, content), how it's used (to operate the service, for safety), and when it's shared (with vendors, for legal requests). The minimum age is 16.

The previous landing page has been replaced with a full Terms of Service document. The terms establish an age requirement of 16, grant UpScrolled a license to user content, outline moderation policies, and include a mandatory arbitration agreement for US and Canadian users.

Updated the policy for content that will receive no ad earnings, modifying the rules around displaying the moment of death and implied severe bodily harm.

Added a note stating that exceptions may be made for some betting content, such as from Google-certified providers during live sporting events, which may be allowed for all audiences.

Removed "gender identity" and "age" from the list of sensitive personal characteristics for targeting purposes.

Updated the term 'kids' to 'children' in the section on managed accounts.

Expanded restrictions on weight loss content to include weight gain. Added rules against misleading health practices, including claims to cure certain diseases and clickbait tactics. Removed a section on deceptive and misleading practices.

The effective date changed from December 16, 2025 to July 23, 2026. The policy was updated to clarify how information is used for features that are part of Meta AI, replacing previous mentions of "AI at Meta".

In the Health and Wellness section, 'Weight Loss and Cosmetic Products and Procedures' was removed as a category. The restriction on ads for weight loss products was expanded to include 'weight gain'. A rule against generating negative self-perception was replaced with a general prohibition on certain claims.

Expanded the 'Health and Wellness' policy to include 'weight gain' products and services. Added rules against misleading health practices, including claims to cure certain diseases and clickbait tactics. Removed the 'Deceptive and Misleading Practices' section.

The effective date changed from December 16, 2025 to July 23, 2026. Added a section on how information is used to personalize features that are part of AI at Meta. Updated language around AI features and data sharing with third-party AI partners.

Updated the effective date to July 22, 2026 and changed the example of services where cookies are used from 'Le Chat' to 'Vibe'.

Added a notice stating more detail was added about cookies, first-party advertising measurement, and privacy choices. The notice also clarifies that personal data is not sold and queries are not sent to advertisers.

Updated product name from NotebookLM to Gemini Notebook. Removed a question mark from a URL.

Added a clause stating personal information may be shared with TT Commerce & Global Services LLC. Updated the required disclosure for endorsements from 'TikTok Creativity Program Beta' to 'TikTok Creator Rewards Program'.

Removed five Swoogo analytics cookies and added one OpenAI analytics cookie named '__obi'.

Clarified that users in the European Union may contact the Irish Data Protection Commission to raise concerns about data processing practices.

Updated language regarding data sharing, changing from when you use "agentic features" to when you "ask Gemini to do things for you".

Updated the data retention policy for ChatGPT Business, changing from "workspace admins control how long your workspace data is retained" to "workspace admins can control how long your data is retained".

Expanded the 'Under 13 Experience' to include users who are 13 years old in Florida. The policy now refers to 'users of this experience' instead of 'Children'.

Added the 'aws-waf-token' cookie. Removed the '__cf_bm', 'cf_clearance', 'intercom-device-id-*', and 'intercom-session-*' cookies.

Updated the firearms policy to specify that direct sales or links to retail sites, platforms, marketplaces, or peer-to-peer forums selling firearms or certain accessories are prohibited.

Added a requirement for developers whose 'Sign In with X' usage exceeds normal levels for their tier to upgrade to an Enterprise plan.