EU, UK, and EEA users have GDPR rights to access, correct, delete, and move their data, but their personal information is transferred to and processed in the United States.
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The provision establishes dual operational frameworks: it preserves users' statutory rights under GDPR and equivalent data protection regimes, while simultaneously authorizing cross-border data transfers to the United States where different legal protections apply. This creates a structural tension between retained statutory rights and the contractual authorization for extraterritorial processing.
EU, UK, and EEA Audible users have comprehensive GDPR rights including data access, deletion, portability, and the right to object to processing, but must be aware that their data is transferred to and processed in the US by Amazon-affiliated entities.
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Okta operates globally and may transfer your personal data to countries outside of your home country, including the United States, which may not provide the same level of data protection as your home country. Where required by applicable law, we use Standard Contractual Clauses or other appropriate ...
"If you are located in the European Union, United Kingdom, or European Economic Area, you may have rights under applicable data protection laws, including rights to access, correct, delete, and port your personal data, and the right to object to or restrict certain processing. Personal data collected about you may be transferred to and processed in the United States.Excerpt from Audible's Privacy Notice
REGULATORY FRAMEWORK: This provision implicates GDPR Chapter V (Arts.
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The provision establishes dual operational frameworks: it preserves users' statutory rights under GDPR and equivalent data protection regimes, while simultaneously authorizing cross-border data transfers to the United States where different legal protections apply. This creates a structural tension between retained statutory rights and the contractual authorization for extraterritorial processing.
EU, UK, and EEA Audible users have comprehensive GDPR rights including data access, deletion, portability, and the right to object to processing, but must be aware that their data is transferred to and processed in the US by Amazon-affiliated entities.
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