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If requests are manifestly unfounded or excessive, in particular because of the repetitive nature of the requests, we will either charge you a reasonable fee or refuse to comply with the request.
We may take reasonable steps to verify your identity before responding to your request, which may include verifying your name, email address, and other information regarding your use of our services...
"We do not charge a fee to process or respond to Data Subject Requests.Excerpt from Betterment's Privacy Policy
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The clause states: “We do not charge a fee to process or respond to Data Subject Requests.”
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