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Vehicle privacy profile

2024 Rivian R1S

Rivian R1S vehicles are connected EVs that send telemetry for software updates, diagnostics, and app features. Privacy controls are primarily in the Rivian app, vehicle settings, and Rivian’s privacy request process.

Connected by defaultReviewed 2026-08-11
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Onboard systems

Trackers and sensors that matter

Controllability describes the most realistic owner path—not a guarantee for every VIN or software version.

Cellular connectivity

OEM support request

Built-in connectivity for OTA updates, app control, and telemetry.

If reduced or disabled, you may lose

  • OTA updates
  • App remote features
  • Live vehicle status

GPS

In-app / in-car toggle

Location for navigation, gear route planning, and find-vehicle features.

If reduced or disabled, you may lose

  • Navigation
  • Vehicle locate

Cabin microphone

In-app / in-car toggle

Voice and communication features.

If reduced or disabled, you may lose

  • Voice features

Cabin / driver camera (if equipped)

In-app / in-car toggle

May support driver monitoring depending on software configuration.

If reduced or disabled, you may lose

  • Driver monitoring features where applicable

Phone key / Bluetooth

In-app / in-car toggle

Phone-as-key and media pairing associate devices with the vehicle.

If reduced or disabled, you may lose

  • Phone key entry
  • Media streaming

Event / log data

Cannot fully disable

Vehicle logs retained for safety, service, and product improvement.

If reduced or disabled, you may lose

  • Diagnostics and safety investigation

Exterior perception cameras

In-app / in-car toggle

Cameras support driver assistance; cloud sharing depends on settings/consent.

If reduced or disabled, you may lose

  • Driver assistance features

Rivian account

OEM support request

Account required for ownership, app access, and many vehicle features.

If reduced or disabled, you may lose

  • App control
  • Ownership services

Data map

What is collected and where it can go

Categories below reflect typical connected-vehicle flows for this model family. Exact sharing depends on trim, software, subscriptions, and your consent settings.

Location

Vehicle location · Trip/route data

Can leave vehicle
OEM cloudLaw enforcement (on request)

Driving behavior

Speed · Driver assist engagement · Energy usage patterns

Can leave vehicle
OEM cloud

Vehicle health

Battery telemetry · Fault logs

Can leave vehicle
OEM cloudDealers

Cabin / camera

Driver monitoring data when enabled

Can leave vehicle
OEM cloud

Identifiers

VIN · Rivian account · Device IDs

Can leave vehicle
OEM cloudDealers

Action playbook

Reduce tracking on this vehicle

Work top to bottom. Soft controls first, then OEM deactivation requests, then legal privacy requests.

  1. 01

    Review Rivian privacy and data-sharing settings

    In the Rivian app and vehicle UI, disable optional analytics or sharing toggles you do not need.

    Rivian privacy →
  2. 02

    Limit driver access and paired devices

    Remove unused drivers/phones and revoke remote access you do not need.

  3. 03

    Ask Rivian support about connectivity limits

    Confirm what telemetry can be reduced and how that affects OTA updates and app features.

  4. 04

    Submit a state privacy request

    Generate Rivian opt-out and deletion language.

    Generate privacy request →

Sources

Stay one step ahead

Get the privacy plan before the car writes the next chapter

A tight checklist for cutting connected-vehicle tracking on your 2024 Rivian R1S. No spam—just sharper moves as coverage expands.