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Can I collect geolocation data from participants in Colorado? What are the requirements?

Requirements for Collecting Geolocation Data in Colorado

Colorado does not have specific laws or regulations regarding the collection of geolocation data. However, if you collect geolocation data from participants in Colorado, you must comply with applicable federal laws and regulations, such as the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) [3]([4]:) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) [4].

Under COPPA, if you operate a child-directed app and automatically collect geolocation information from users, you must conduct an inquiry into the information collection practices of every third party that can collect information via your app. You need to determine each third party’s information collection practices so that you can make an informed decision as to whether its presence on your app will require you to give parents notice and obtain their consent prior to their collection of geolocation data [3]([4]:).

Under CCPA, you must provide California residents with certain information about the personal information you collect, including geolocation data, and obtain their consent to collect and use that information [4].

In summary, while Colorado does not have specific requirements for collecting geolocation data, you must comply with applicable federal laws and regulations, such as COPPA and CCPA, if you collect geolocation data from participants in Colorado.

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