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The updated terms now explicitly disclose that Coursera processes communications through voice-enabled features that transcribe audio into text, and clarify that personal data may be shared with third parties including affiliates and business partners. The policy expands descriptions of AI-driven personalization and chatbot applications that use your learning and interaction data. The terms establish that data may be transferred to entities that become Coursera affiliates or subsidiaries during business transitions. You should review the updated guidance that cautions against including unnecessary or sensitive personal data in the platform's free-text and voice-enabled communication features.
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To the extent that any provisions in the Business Terms of Service conflict with these Terms, the Business Terms of Service shall govern to the extent of the conflict.
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"If there is any conflict between this Addendum and the Privacy Notice, this Addendum will control only with respect to the App.Excerpt from Coursera's Privacy Notice
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The clause states: “If there is any conflict between this Addendum and the Privacy Notice, this Addendum will control only with respect to the App.”
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