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Meta may read advertisers' websites from 30 October
In short
Meta changes its business terms on 30 October 2026. In them, Meta allows itself to use automated software to read the websites connected to your products.
What the clause describes
Your websiteis connected to your products
Meta softwarereads it automatically
Advertising and business productsare developed and improved with it
What does this mean for your company?
If you run Meta ads, list the linked domains before the effective date and read the clause together with the person responsible for data protection. According to media reports, Meta removed an earlier, broader wording. The current version only names advertising and business products.
Frequently asked questions
When does the change apply?
The change applies from 30 October 2026.
What may Meta read the websites for?
According to the clause, to develop, improve, research and maintain advertising and business products.
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See AI training and consulting →Source: Meta Commercial Terms, preview (effective 30 October 2026)
As of 20 October 2026