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TikTok's New Privacy Policy Sparks Invasion Concerns

1/29/2026

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TikTok Collects Location
  • TikTok updated its privacy policy for American users to allow collecting precise location data when location services are enabled.
  • The update follows TikTok's split from ByteDance and the establishment of a U.S.-based entity.
  • Critics describe the policy as invasive.
  • The updated terms also introduce guidelines for AI-generated content.
  • TikTok states that users can opt out of location tracking through device settings.