Grade A+ — Highly protective (score 99/100)
MacRumors provides clear controls for data management and account deletion, though it reserves the right to transfer user data in the event of a merger or acquisition.
Protective policy with clear controls, though it allows data transfers on merger.
If we make changes that are material, we will provide you with notice before those changes occur.
The company promises to notify users before implementing significant changes to the policy.
For further controls or opt-outs, please contact [email protected]: ... to delete your account login credentials, make your account inaccessible, and/or remove or anonymize any content you have posted
Users have a clear path to request the deletion of their account and content.
If the ownership or control of the Site changes as a result of a merger, acquisition or sale of assets, we may transfer your information to the new owner, subject to this policy or its then-current version.
In the event of a business sale or merger, your personal data may be transferred to the acquiring entity.
We also share information we have about you ... in response to legal process, legal requests, claims that any content violates the rights of third-parties, or as otherwise required by law or for protection of the rights, property, or personal safety of our users or our personnel.
The company shares data with law enforcement and third parties in response to legal requests or to protect their own interests.
Last reviewed 2026-08-05 under rubric v3.5.