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The updated policy explicitly includes phone number as a type of device information that Indeed collects. Previously, the policy described device information as limited to IP address, device ID, and user agent. Additionally, the policy now states that Indeed relies on legitimate interests not only for keeping sites safe and secure, but also for 'improving our Sites and services', which broadens the stated basis for processing personal data. These changes formalize expanded data collection categories and processing justifications under the same legal framework.
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We keep some data until you delete your Google Account, such as information about how often you use Gemini Apps.
your measurement data regarding your sleep, readiness, and activity is stored only so long as your Oura account is active.
We may retain your Personal Data for a period of time consistent with the original purpose of collection...or as long as required to fulfill our legal and/or regulatory obligations.
"Personal data collected for research purposes will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the objectives of the given study and comply with our legal obligations. Once the objective of the research is complete, personal data will be anonymized or securely deleted.Excerpt from Indeed's Privacy Policy
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The clause states: “Personal data collected for research purposes will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the objectives of the given study and comply with our legal obligations. Once the objective of the research is complete, personal data will be anonymized or securely deleted.”
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