"Johnston & Murphy's privacy practices present a high risk due to extensive data collection, including sensitive information and widespread sharing with third parties. The use of multiple tracking methods for targeted advertising further exacerbates privacy concerns."
Johnston & Murphy Privacy Concerns & Scorecard
Extensive collection of personal and sensitive data types.
Data is shared widely with various third parties including marketing partners and service providers.
Utilizes multiple tracking methods for targeted advertising, including cookies and third-party analytics.
Data retention practices are vague and not clearly defined.
Users have some opt-out options but lack comprehensive control over their data.
No recommended actions at this time.
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Terms of Service Updates
Class Action Waiver Introduced
A new Class Action Waiver clause has been added at the end of the terms, requiring users who sign up for text messages to waive their right to participate in class action lawsuits. The clause appears incomplete in the provided text ('youagree that you will not su') but indicates Johnston & Murphy is restricting collective legal action by users.
Effective: September 7, 2026
Enhanced Privacy Policy Language Added
New explicit privacy policy language has been added stating that Johnston & Murphy will not disclose Personal Mobile Phone Information to external parties and takes 'commercially reasonable security measures' to protect personal information. This provides clearer privacy commitments than previously stated.
Effective: September 7, 2026
Transactional Text Program Formally Defined
The new version introduces a formal distinction between promotional texts and transactional texts (order confirmations, shipping notifications), with separate opt-in mechanisms. Users can now opt out of promotions while remaining in transactional texts if they have active orders.
Effective: September 7, 2026
Why We Analyzed Johnston & Murphy
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.