"Gemini's privacy practices present a high risk due to extensive data collection, including sensitive information and broad third-party sharing. The vague data retention policies further exacerbate these risks."
gemini Privacy Concerns & Scorecard
Gemini collects a wide range of personal and sensitive data types, including financial and biometric information.
Data is shared with multiple third parties, including service providers, marketing partners, and for legal obligations.
Gemini uses third-party tracking technologies for targeted advertising but provides opt-out options.
Data retention periods are vague, with no specific time frames provided for how long data is kept.
Users can opt-out of marketing communications, but the process for data deletion and portability is unclear.
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Terms of Service Updates
Table of Contents Reorganized with New Sections
The ToS has been reorganized with new grouping sections including 'Digital Assets', 'Your Gemini Account', 'Gemini Exchange', 'Credit Card', 'Marketplace', 'Digital Asset and Fiat Custody', 'Deposits and Withdrawals', 'Rewards', 'Digital Asset Networks', 'Privacy of Information', 'General Use', 'Prohibited Use', 'General Provisions', and new items like 'BSA/AML Compliance', 'Order Types', 'Gemini Staking Services', 'FDIC Insurance', 'State License and Regulatory Disclosures', and 'Questions, Feedback, and Complaints'. This suggests expanded service offerings and clearer sectioning of compliance and regulatory matters.
Effective: August 21, 2026
New Staking Services and FDIC Insurance Disclosures Added
The new version explicitly adds 'Gemini Staking Services' and 'FDIC Insurance' sections to the ToS, indicating these are now formally offered services with specific terms. This expands the platform's product offerings beyond basic trading and custody.
Effective: August 21, 2026
Enhanced BSA/AML and Regulatory Compliance Framework
The new version separates and highlights 'BSA/AML Compliance' as a dedicated section (replacing generic compliance references) and adds 'State License and Regulatory Disclosures' section. This indicates strengthened regulatory compliance disclosures and clearer documentation of anti-money laundering obligations.
Effective: August 21, 2026
Why We Analyzed gemini
TrueTerms automatically audits privacy policies and data practices using advanced machine learning to keep you informed and protected. This scorecard is based on the latest available public terms of service and privacy policies as of 2026.