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In all other cases, these Terms, and any rights and licenses granted hereunder, may not be transferred or assigned by you, but may be assigned by us without restriction. Any attempted transfer or assignment in violation hereof shall be null and void.
We reserve the right to transfer our rights under these Terms and provide the Services using another entity, provided that entity upholds these Terms.
If we rely on certain legal bases (such as "legal obligation" or "contractual necessity") and you do not provide us with your Personal Data, we may not be able to lawfully provide you services.
"You may not assign this Agreement, by operation of law or otherwise, without our express prior written approval.Excerpt from Amazon Associates's Operating Agreement
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The clause states: “You may not assign this Agreement, by operation of law or otherwise, without our express prior written approval.”
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