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Data Transfer in Merger or Acquisition

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What it is

If NBCUniversal is sold, merges with another company, or goes through bankruptcy, your personal data may be transferred to the acquiring entity as part of that transaction.

This analysis describes what Peacock's agreement states, permits, or reserves. It does not constitute a legal determination about enforceability. Regulatory applicability and practical outcomes may vary by jurisdiction, enforcement context, and individual circumstances. Read our methodology

ConductAtlas Analysis

Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

This clause means your data could end up controlled by a company with different privacy practices without requiring your consent, and the transfer may occur even during diligence before a deal is finalized.

Clause Stability Stable

0
Changes
4
Months Monitored
May 10, 2026
First Seen
May 22, 2026
Last Seen
This clause type exists across 4430 other provisions on other platforms.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

In any future sale, merger, or reorganization involving NBCUniversal, your personal data including browsing history, biometric data, and health information may be transferred to a new entity whose privacy practices may differ from those described in this policy.

How other platforms handle this

Tinder Medium

we may share data between our affiliates for the safety and security of our users and may take necessary actions if we believe you have violated these Terms, including banning you from our Services and/or our affiliates' services...

Skillshare Medium

Whenever we transfer personal data internationally, we use tools and transfer agreements to: make sure the data transfer complies with applicable law; and help to give your data the same level of protection as it has in the EU...

Squarespace Medium

Each payment processor uses and processes your complete payment information in accordance with its applicable privacy policy (Stripe and PayPal).

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▸ View Original Clause Language DOCUMENT RECORD
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Sale or transfer of all or part of our business or assets In the event that NBCUniversal or any of its brands is involved in a merger, acquisition, transfer of control, bankruptcy, reorganization or sale of assets, we may sell or transfer the information described in this Privacy Policy as part of that transaction or diligence associated with or in contemplation of such matters.

Excerpt from Peacock's Privacy Policy

ConductAtlas Analysis

Institutional analysis (regulatory & governance intelligence)

REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: The FTC has scrutinized asset transfers of personal data in bankruptcy and acquisition contexts, including requiring that acquiring entities honor prior privacy representations.

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Enforcement risk, jurisdiction flags, contract triggers, and due diligence action items.

Applicable agencies

  • Federal Trade Commission (ftc)
    Oversees unfair or deceptive business practices and can investigate companies that mislead consumers about data collection, sharing, or use.
    Who can file: Anyone affected by the company's practices (US or international)
    What you need: Your account details, a timeline of relevant events, and a description of the specific issue
    What to expect: Complaints inform FTC enforcement priorities and investigations but do not result in individual resolution or compensation
    File a complaint →

Applicable regulations

CCPA/CPRA
California, USA
COPPA
United States Federal
Connecticut Data Privacy Act Amendments
US-CT
CAN-SPAM
United States Federal
FTC Act Section 5
United States Federal
GDPR
European Union
Indiana Consumer Data Protection Act
US-IN
Kentucky Consumer Data Protection Act
US-KY
Universal Opt-Out Mechanism Expansion 2026
US
VPPA
United States Federal

Provision details

Document information
Document
Peacock Privacy Policy
Entity
Peacock
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
May 7, 2026
Last verified
May 10, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-007986
Document ID
CA-D-00387
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
2cdc229ac08b3e081699897076910c614c6ae52dd1b1a617b092af586772d616
Analysis generated
May 7, 2026 15:46 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: Peacock
Document: Peacock Privacy Policy
Record ID: CA-P-007986
Captured: 2026-05-07 15:46:16 UTC
SHA-256: 2cdc229ac08b3e08…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/peacock/peacock-privacy-policy/provision/CA-P-007986/data-transfer-in-merger-or-acquisition/
Accessed: Sept. 8, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Peacock's Data Transfer in Merger or Acquisition clause do?

This clause means your data could end up controlled by a company with different privacy practices without requiring your consent, and the transfer may occur even during diligence before a deal is finalized.

How does this clause affect you?

In any future sale, merger, or reorganization involving NBCUniversal, your personal data including browsing history, biometric data, and health information may be transferred to a new entity whose privacy practices may differ from those described in this policy.

How many platforms have this type of clause?

ConductAtlas has identified this type of provision across 287 platforms. See the full comparison.

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