Iowa State University Terms Scorecard

Grade A- — Mostly protective (score 86/100)

Iowa State University's mobile and web terms outline standard data collection practices, including third-party tracking for advertising, while providing clear opt-out mechanisms for users.

Standard university terms with third-party tracking and liability disclaimers.

Terms at a glance

Sells your data
NO
Forced arbitration
NO
Trains AI on your content
NO
Collects biometric data
NO
Shares data with government
UNCLEAR
Easy to cancel
YES
Tells you before changes
UNCLEAR
Deletes data on request
UNCLEAR

What the terms actually say

THIRD-PARTY TRACKING TOOLS

Using cookies and related technologies, these tools show ads to people who've previously visited our websites or might be interested in our sites based on other sites they've visited.

The university uses third-party tracking to profile your interests and show you targeted advertisements across the web.

STOP INFORMATION

Text STOP to stop receiving messages from Iowa State University Office of Admissions

You have a simple, standard way to opt out of mobile text alerts.

YOU CAN OPT OUT OF THESE SERVICES

You can opt out of these services: Google advertising opt out, Network Advertising Initiative opt out

The university provides clear, accessible links to opt out of third-party tracking and advertising services.

DISCLAIMERS

The University, its units, employees, and agents shall not be liable for improper or incorrect use of information obtained through the use of Iowa State websites.

The university attempts to limit its legal responsibility for how information collected on their sites is used.

Last reviewed 2026-08-26 under rubric v3.5.

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