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We process your data for necessary purposes as described in the main Policy, and for secondary purposes. We use both human and automated means to process your data.
We may also process information we receive, including from our partners, during such events to understand whether you are interested in our products or services...
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"When carrying out these activities, GitHub practices data minimization and uses the minimum amount of Personal Information required.Excerpt from GitHub's Privacy Statement
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The clause states: “When carrying out these activities, GitHub practices data minimization and uses the minimum amount of Personal Information required.”
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