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The clause defines the operational parameters for data lifecycle management by tying retention duration to stated business and legal purposes rather than establishing a fixed time period, which affects the scope and duration of DocuSign's data stewardship obligations.
Users' personal information will be retained according to the stated purposes and legal requirements specified in the clause. The retention period is not fixed but rather extends for as long as DocuSign determines necessary to fulfill these enumerated purposes.
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The clause defines the operational parameters for data lifecycle management by tying retention duration to stated business and legal purposes rather than establishing a fixed time period, which affects the scope and duration of DocuSign's data stewardship obligations.
Users' personal information will be retained according to the stated purposes and legal requirements specified in the clause. The retention period is not fixed but rather extends for as long as DocuSign determines necessary to fulfill these enumerated purposes.
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