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International Data Transfers

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What it is

The policy discloses that personal information may be transferred internationally to countries without equivalent data protection laws, and states that Boston Dynamics takes steps to comply with applicable local laws including transfer conditions; EEA individuals may request information about specific transfer safeguards by contacting the company.

This analysis describes what Boston Dynamics's agreement states, permits, or reserves. It does not constitute a legal determination about enforceability. Regulatory applicability and practical outcomes may vary by jurisdiction, enforcement context, and individual circumstances. Read our methodology

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Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

This provision establishes a cross-border transfer framework reference without specifying the particular transfer mechanisms used, such as standard contractual clauses or adequacy decisions; EEA-based individuals and their institutional counterparts must affirmatively contact Boston Dynamics to obtain the transfer safeguard details required for GDPR compliance assessment.

Interpretive note: The specific transfer mechanisms used by Boston Dynamics are not identified in the policy text; adequacy of stated protections cannot be assessed from this document alone.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Under this clause, personal information held by Boston Dynamics may be stored or processed in countries outside the EEA or the individual's home jurisdiction. EEA-located individuals can request details of the specific transfer safeguards in place by emailing privacy@bostondynamics.com.

What you can do

⚠️ These actions may provide transparency or partial mitigation but may not fully address the underlying issue. Effectiveness varies by jurisdiction and individual circumstances.
  • Export Your Data
    If located in the EEA, email privacy@bostondynamics.com to request information about the specific safeguards Boston Dynamics has in place for transferring your personal data outside the EEA.

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Boston Dynamics is based in the United States and has affiliates and service providers around the world. Your personal information may be transferred to other countries, which may not have similar privacy or data protection laws. However, we will always protect your information as described in this policy, no matter where it is stored, and take steps to comply with applicable local laws when processing your personal information, including conditions for and restrictions on the transfer of personal information. If you are located inside the European Economic Area (EEA), you may ask for further information on the safeguards that we have put in place to secure the transfer of your data to outside of the EEA by contacting us as indicated below at 'How to contact us.'

Excerpt from Boston Dynamics's Privacy Policy

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Institutional analysis (regulatory & governance intelligence)

1) REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: This provision engages GDPR Chapter V provisions on transfers of personal data to third countries, which require either an adequacy decision, appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses, or applicable derogations.

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Applicable agencies

  • State Attorney General
    State AGs in California, New York, Texas, and other states can investigate violations of state consumer protection and privacy laws, including CCPA (California), SHIELD Act (New York), and equivalents.
    Who can file: Residents of states with comprehensive privacy laws — primarily California, Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, and Utah
    What you need: Evidence of the violation, explanation of how your state rights were affected, and your account or contact information with the company
    What to expect: Outcomes vary by state. May result in investigation, enforcement action, or requirement for the company to change practices. No direct individual compensation in most cases.

    Search "[your state] attorney general consumer complaint" to find your state's direct complaint form

Provision details

Document information
Document
Boston Dynamics Privacy Policy
Entity
Boston Dynamics
Document last updated
July 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
July 5, 2026
Last verified
July 9, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-015466
Document ID
CA-D-00909
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
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Content hash (SHA-256)
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Analysis generated
July 5, 2026 02:31 UTC
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Evidence
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Citation Record
Entity: Boston Dynamics
Document: Boston Dynamics Privacy Policy
Record ID: CA-P-015466
Captured: 2026-07-05 02:31:38 UTC
SHA-256: a366229534c72ce0…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/boston-dynamics/boston-dynamics-privacy-policy/provision/CA-P-015466/international-data-transfers/
Accessed: Aug. 19, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Boston Dynamics's International Data Transfers clause do?

This provision establishes a cross-border transfer framework reference without specifying the particular transfer mechanisms used, such as standard contractual clauses or adequacy decisions; EEA-based individuals and their institutional counterparts must affirmatively contact Boston Dynamics to obtain the transfer safeguard details required for GDPR compliance assessment.

How does this clause affect you?

Under this clause, personal information held by Boston Dynamics may be stored or processed in countries outside the EEA or the individual's home jurisdiction. EEA-located individuals can request details of the specific transfer safeguards in place by emailing privacy@bostondynamics.com.

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