Upwork's privacy policy now includes explicit language describing compliance with the U.S. Data Privacy Framework (DPF) for EU, UK, and Swiss residents' data. Previously, the policy stated only that users could request copies of data transfer mechanism documents. The updated policy adds a dedicated Data Privacy Framework section confirming Upwork's certification under the DPF frameworks and stating that if any conflict exists between the privacy policy and DPF principles, the DPF principles will govern.
The updated policy now explicitly states that Upwork complies with the U.S. Data Privacy Framework and has certified to the U.S. Department of Commerce that it adheres to DPF principles when processing personal data from EU, UK, and Swiss residents. The policy establishes that if any conflict exists between Upwork's privacy policy and DPF principles, the DPF principles will govern. This creates an explicit legal hierarchy for data protection standards applicable to residents of those jurisdictions. Users from affected regions can visit https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/ to view Upwork's certification and learn more about the DPF program.
→ Visit https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/ to view Upwork's certification and learn about DPF principles
Policy now explicitly certifies Upwork's adherence to DPF principles for EU, UK, and Swiss resident data processing
Updated terms establish that if any conflict exists between the privacy policy and DPF principles, the DPF principles govern
Policy clarifies that Upwork may have DPF responsibilities if a third-party agent processes transferred data inconsistently with DPF and Upwork is responsible for resulting damages
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Upwork formalized its Data Privacy Framework compliance framework in the privacy policy, adding explicit language confirming certification and establishing that DPF principles supersede conflicting privacy policy terms. This change engages the Data Privacy Framework, a …
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