So, our new printer came yesterday. It’s for Andy’s computer, and the one we had didn’t do two-sided printing, so we bought a Canon TS7720.
I managed to get it installed as the default printer without much trouble. But it asked if we agreed that Canon could see what we were printing and share some of that information with third parties. I said no to both of those, and it said then I couldn’t use its web services. I figured if it didn’t work without those web services I would just send it back.
It works just fine for what we want.
I did go back to the Amazon site and asked its AI, Alexa:
In order to use the internet we have to allow Canon to see what we are sending, and to share with others? Details please!
It answered:
When Using AirPrint (Recommended, Most Private)
AirPrint works entirely on your local home network — no Canon account or internet connection required.
Your print data stays on your home network and is not sent to Canon’s servers.
This is the simplest and most private option.
When Using Canon’s Software/Apps
If you install Canon’s own app or create a Canon account, Canon may collect:
Device information (printer model, usage data)
Account details if you register
They state data may be shared with third parties and used to improve services.
Canon Cloud Printing (Optional Feature)
If you use Canon PRINT app or cloud features, print jobs may route through Canon’s servers
You are not required to use these cloud features just to print.
Bottom Line for You:
To keep things simple and private: Use AirPrint — no account, no data sharing, no Canon software needed
Your Mac will find the printer automatically on your WiFi network
You only need to worry about data sharing if you choose to sign up for Canon’s cloud services.
Would you like step-by-step instructions for setting up AirPrint on your Mac?
That was helpful, but it didn’t mention the method I use. We don’t use AirPrint — I connect the printer to our computer with a USB cable. Someday — if I want to print from my computer in my study or from my iPad — I might ask how to use AirPrint, but for now we’re happy keeping things simple.
May 29, 2026
Privacy issue is also my concern. I avoid posting personal material on any social media, including profile image. I still have 1 old cellphone to make calls.
Yes it’s best to be cautious.
That’s a nice looking printer. I would be concerned about the privacy issues as well.
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I doubt my private life is of any concern to prying eyes. Nevertheless, I’m curious who’s orchestrating this … and WHY.
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It is crazy how easy it is to make things available to others.
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Confusing! So if you cannot use air Print, are they seeing your info? Or maybe not, as you are not using their app? You could make a lot of money by being a computer tech!
No problem. I’ve connected the printer directly to the computer. It’s completely secure.
Good for you
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I have an HP Envy E printer and I can print from all my devices using wi-fi. I knew none of this, but mine is not a MAC but I do print to it from ipad.
I don’t use HP so maybe I am safe, except they did know when I put non HP ink in
We buy only printers that we can connect directly to the computer with a USB cable.
Yes, as long as you are using in with the cable connection you are fine. Air Print is just an app you can put on your iPad, it’s safe for you to use too.
It’s nice to know that AirPrint is safe, Thanks. We only buy printers that we can connect directly to the computer.
Glad to know this information. I need to shop for a new printer but have been putting it off. Who would agree to these kinds of things… I don’t want to share my projects or other things I’m printing with the unknown.
It’s easy enough to avoid it. We are super cautious.
Dear Jean, your printer looks very nice! I have never had a printer! What I do is that if I need to print something, I go to my public library and am able to print a page out for 10 cents! The only thing I print is a copy of a blood test paper sent to me in a secured email by my doctor!
We use ours more than that!
…I think that we might have a printer, but I’ve never used it.
We use ours a lot.
I hooked my Epson up with a cable to my computer and that solved SO many issues I was having. When you live in an apartment building were all units are on the same network, I think that causes a lot of unnecessary complication to use their WiFi to print.
I agree. We would never buy a printer that didn’t offer the cable option.
We have a new one and tried to tackle it and had issues. We are going to try again. I miss my printer that crashed several months ago. I had it forever. I hate to learn a new one.
There’s always a learning curve. 🙁