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International Data Transfers

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ConductAtlas Analysis

Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

The provision establishes the operational framework for international data processing and specifies the contractual mechanism Google relies upon to satisfy legal requirements governing cross-border personal information transfers under applicable privacy regulations.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

The terms authorize personal information processing across multiple jurisdictions and establish that such transfers occur under standard contractual clauses, which defines the legal structure under which the user's data is handled internationally.

How other platforms handle this

Zendesk Medium

Where Zendesk transfers personal data outside of the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, or Switzerland, we rely on appropriate transfer mechanisms, including Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission, to ensure that your personal data receives an adequate level of pro...

Cohere Medium

Cohere is headquartered in Toronto, Canada, and has offices and infrastructure in various locations around the world. Personal information may be transferred to, and maintained on, computers located outside of your state, province, country or other governmental jurisdiction where the privacy laws ma...

Synthesia Medium

Your personal data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA) or United Kingdom, including the United States. Where we transfer your data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by th...

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▸ View Original Clause Language DOCUMENT RECORD
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Your personal information may be processed by Google in countries outside of your home country, including in the United States. Google uses a variety of mechanisms to transfer personal information across borders in compliance with applicable law, including standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission.

— Excerpt from Google Cloud's Google Cloud Privacy

Applicable regulations

CCPA/CPRA
California, USA
GDPR
European Union

Provision details

Document information
Document
Google Cloud Privacy
Entity
Google Cloud
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
May 7, 2026
Last verified
May 10, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-005128
Document ID
CA-D-00647
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
1b0cea754809f23309bd0b41c47b7a135eae89f484be82873547a12f5a1a6fad
Analysis generated
May 7, 2026 16:18 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: Google Cloud
Document: Google Cloud Privacy
Record ID: CA-P-005128
Captured: 2026-05-07 16:18:07 UTC
SHA-256: 1b0cea754809f233…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/google-cloud/google-cloud-privacy/international-data-transfers/
Accessed: July 1, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
Classification
Severity
High
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Google Cloud's International Data Transfers clause do?

The provision establishes the operational framework for international data processing and specifies the contractual mechanism Google relies upon to satisfy legal requirements governing cross-border personal information transfers under applicable privacy regulations.

How does this clause affect you?

The terms authorize personal information processing across multiple jurisdictions and establish that such transfers occur under standard contractual clauses, which defines the legal structure under which the user's data is handled internationally.

How many platforms have this type of clause?

ConductAtlas has identified this type of provision across 56 platforms. See the full comparison.

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