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Cross-Border Data Transfers

Medium severity Common · 85 of 343 platforms
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Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

The clause establishes the operational framework for Square's global data handling infrastructure, permitting the company to move personal information across jurisdictions with different regulatory environments. This authorization enables Square to centralize data processing, storage, and systems management across its international operations.

Clause Stability Stable

0
Changes
3
Months Monitored
May 8, 2026
First Seen
May 8, 2026
Last Seen
This clause type exists across 104 other provisions on other platforms.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Users' personal information may be processed and stored in countries outside their country of residence, subject to the protective measures described in Square's Privacy Notice. The terms establish that data protection obligations apply to international transfers under the same standards outlined in the Privacy Notice.

How other platforms handle this

Unreal Engine Medium

Epic Games, Inc. is headquartered in Cary, North Carolina. We and our subsidiaries have offices and operations located around the world that help create and deliver some of your favorite products and services, including games like Fortnite and developer tools like Unreal Engine.

Coinbase Medium

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), the United Kingdom, or Switzerland, please note that we transfer your personal data to countries outside of these regions, including the United States, which may not provide the same level of data protection as your home country. We rely on app...

Canva Medium

Canva is headquartered in Australia, and the Service is operated from Australia. If you are located in the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, or other regions with laws governing data collection and use, please note that your information may be transferred to and processed in countries that...

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▸ View Original Clause Language DOCUMENT RECORD
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Square is a global business. We may transfer, store and process your information in countries other than your own, including the United States. We will take appropriate measures to protect your personal information in accordance with this Privacy Notice when it is transferred internationally.

— Excerpt from Square's Square Privacy Notice

Applicable regulations

CCPA/CPRA
California, USA

Provision details

Document information
Document
Square Privacy Notice
Entity
Square
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
May 11, 2026
Last verified
May 11, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-007029
Document ID
CA-D-00363
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
0289c6d8cb5faae7f0a22b62297d5eb529db7cfcc001f60a8fa38563c167ffc3
Analysis generated
May 11, 2026 06:14 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: Square
Document: Square Privacy Notice
Record ID: CA-P-007029
Captured: 2026-05-11 06:14:10 UTC
SHA-256: 0289c6d8cb5faae7…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/square/square-privacy-notice/cross-border-data-transfers/
Accessed: June 27, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
Classification
Severity
Medium
Categories

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Square's Cross-Border Data Transfers clause do?

The clause establishes the operational framework for Square's global data handling infrastructure, permitting the company to move personal information across jurisdictions with different regulatory environments. This authorization enables Square to centralize data processing, storage, and systems management across its international operations.

How does this clause affect you?

Users' personal information may be processed and stored in countries outside their country of residence, subject to the protective measures described in Square's Privacy Notice. The terms establish that data protection obligations apply to international transfers under the same standards outlined in the Privacy Notice.

How many platforms have this type of clause?

ConductAtlas has identified this type of provision across 85 platforms. See the full comparison.

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