Does the Meta Quest 3S collect information about my usage habits?

Yes, like most connected devices, the Meta Quest 3S collects certain usage data to improve its services, offer personalized features, and ensure system security. Meta (formerly Facebook) is responsible for this collection and defines the rules through its privacy policy.

1. Types of data collected

When using the Meta Quest 3S, the following information may be collected:

• Usage data: headset usage frequency, types of apps used, session durations.
• System interactions: menu navigation, interface interactions, user preferences.
• Performance and diagnostics: crashes, system errors, technical activity logs.
• Motion data: sensor data (position, orientation, gestures) for hand tracking or gameplay.
• Content viewed or downloaded: installed apps, watched videos, store content.

This data is generally pseudonymized but may be linked to your Meta account.

2. Purpose of data collection

The data is used to:

• Personalize the user experience (content suggestions, dynamic interface).
• Improve the quality of apps and the system based on usage patterns.
• Show targeted ads on other Meta platforms (if ad services are enabled on your account).
• Identify and fix technical or performance bugs.
• Ensure user environment security.

3. Control your data from the settings

The Meta Quest 3S allows you to limit certain types of data collection:

1. Go to Settings > Privacy or Settings > Account > Data Management.
2. Disable usage data sharing and automatic diagnostic reports.
3. Adjust your ad preferences from your Meta account (via browser or mobile app).

Some settings require an internet connection and login to be applied.

4. Sensitive data and storage

• Collected data does not include continuous audio or video capture (except manual recordings).
• Biometric data (eye movement, facial expressions) may be collected only with your consent, depending on activated features.
• Meta stores this data on its servers, in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for European users.