All data processed through the API is governed by a separate Data Processing Addendum, which is incorporated into these terms as a binding document.
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The DPA governs how personal data submitted through the API is processed; because it is incorporated by reference rather than reproduced in the main terms, customers must review it separately to understand their data processing rights and obligations.
Interpretive note: The DPA's specific terms are incorporated by reference and are not reproduced in the main Terms; the compliance implications depend on the content of the separately published DPA, which must be reviewed independently.
Business customers' data processing rights and obligations, including GDPR compliance mechanisms, are governed by the separately published Data Processing Addendum rather than the main Commercial Terms; customers handling personal data through the API must review and assess the DPA for compliance with applicable data protection law.
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"Data submitted through the Services will be processed in accordance with the Anthropic Data Processing Addendum ("DPA"), which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.Excerpt from Anthropic's Commercial Terms
REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: The DPA incorporation directly engages GDPR Article 28 (processor obligations) for EEA and UK customers, enforced by the Irish Data Protection Commission for Anthropic Ireland, Limited.
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The DPA governs how personal data submitted through the API is processed; because it is incorporated by reference rather than reproduced in the main terms, customers must review it separately to understand their data processing rights and obligations.
Business customers' data processing rights and obligations, including GDPR compliance mechanisms, are governed by the separately published Data Processing Addendum rather than the main Commercial Terms; customers handling personal data through the API must review and assess the DPA for compliance with applicable data protection law.
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