Responsible use
Recording consent, plainly explained
A short, friendly guide to using recording-capable AI wearables responsibly. Helpful — not legal advice.
This page is general guidance to help you use your device thoughtfully. It is not legal advice. Laws vary by country, state, and even city. When in doubt, consult a lawyer in your jurisdiction.
The short version
If your AI wearable records audio or video, whether you need everyone's permission depends on where you are. The safest habit: tell people when you're recording, and let them opt out. In many places that's not just polite — it's the law.
One-party vs all-party consent
One-party consent
Only one person in the conversation needs to know about the recording. If you're recording, you count as that person. Common in many U.S. states and countries — but check locally.
All-party (two-party) consent
Everyone in the conversation must agree to be recorded. Several U.S. states (e.g. California, Florida, Illinois, Washington) and a number of countries require this. Recording without consent can be illegal.
Practical habits
- Announce when you start recording — a quick “I'm recording this for notes” covers most situations.
- Let people decline. If someone isn't comfortable, stop or move to a notes-only mode.
- Know your location's rule before you travel — consent laws change across borders.
- Keep recordings private. Don't share or publish identifiable audio/video without permission.
- Prefer on-device transcription. If your device can summarize locally, use that instead of uploading.
Traveling internationally?
The EU, UK, and parts of Canada have stricter consent and data-protection rules than much of the U.S. Research your destination's recording and privacy laws before you use a recording-capable wearable there.
Have a specific scenario you're unsure about? Reach out — we'll point you toward the right resources (and remind you we're not your lawyer).