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International Data Transfers via Standard Contractual Clauses

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ConductAtlas Analysis

Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

The provision establishes the operational framework under which OpenSea processes personal data across international borders, relying on a specific European Commission-approved contractual safeguard rather than alternative transfer mechanisms. This approach structures the legal basis for cross-border data flows while acknowledging the absence of equivalent data protection regimes in destination countries.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Users located in the EEA, UK, or Switzerland are subject to personal data transfers to jurisdictions outside their home regulatory framework. The terms apply Standard Contractual Clauses as the protective mechanism governing these transfers, meaning personal data processing continues under this contractual safeguard rather than domestic legal equivalence.

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...

Unity Medium

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), the United Kingdom, or Switzerland, your personal data may be transferred to countries outside of your region, including to the United States, where data protection laws may not provide the same level of protection as in your home country. When...

DeepL Medium

If personal data is transferred to a country outside the European Economic Area (EEA) that does not have an adequate level of data protection, we ensure that the transfer is covered by appropriate safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses adopted by the European Commission.

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▸ View Original Clause Language DOCUMENT RECORD
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If you are located in the European Economic Area, United Kingdom, or Switzerland, we transfer your personal data to the United States and other countries that may not provide the same level of data protection as your home country. We rely on Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission as a safeguard for these transfers.

— Excerpt from OpenSea's OpenSea Privacy Policy

Applicable regulations

CCPA/CPRA
California, USA
GDPR
European Union

Provision details

Document information
Document
OpenSea Privacy Policy
Entity
OpenSea
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
May 20, 2026
Last verified
May 20, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-005294
Document ID
CA-D-00210
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
d37e2af14a3dca7a93223394af3650a3b5b4596263f707caffb7c79769c9c586
Analysis generated
May 20, 2026 20:03 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: OpenSea
Document: OpenSea Privacy Policy
Record ID: CA-P-005294
Captured: 2026-05-20 20:03:59 UTC
SHA-256: d37e2af14a3dca7a…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/opensea/opensea-privacy-policy/international-data-transfers-via-standard-contractual-clauses/
Accessed: June 27, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
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Severity
Medium
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does OpenSea's International Data Transfers via Standard Contractual Clauses clause do?

The provision establishes the operational framework under which OpenSea processes personal data across international borders, relying on a specific European Commission-approved contractual safeguard rather than alternative transfer mechanisms. This approach structures the legal basis for cross-border data flows while acknowledging the absence of equivalent data protection regimes in destination countries.

How does this clause affect you?

Users located in the EEA, UK, or Switzerland are subject to personal data transfers to jurisdictions outside their home regulatory framework. The terms apply Standard Contractual Clauses as the protective mechanism governing these transfers, meaning personal data processing continues under this contractual safeguard rather than domestic legal equivalence.

How many platforms have this type of clause?

ConductAtlas has identified this type of provision across 12 platforms. See the full comparison.

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