“If Telegram receives a valid order from the relevant judicial authorities that confirms you're a suspect in a case involving criminal activities...we...may disclose your IP address and phone number...”
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User identifying information—IP address and phone number—is subject to disclosure to authorities under a defined legal threshold, meaning users are not guaranteed anonymity in criminal investigations.
Your IP address and phone number may be shared with authorities if a valid judicial order identifies you as a criminal suspect.
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We may disclose your Personal Information to legal, governmental, or judicial authorities, as instructed or required by those authorities or applicable laws, or in relation to a legal activity, such as in response to a subpoena or an investigation.
The Company collect and process personal information in [Singapore, Malaysia] for the purpose of providing the services.
If you send us, or enable us to collect, Business Products Data...you agree to the Business Products (Data) Terms.
"If Telegram receives a valid order from the relevant judicial authorities that confirms you're a suspect in a case involving criminal activities...we...may disclose your IP address and phone number...Excerpt from Telegram's Privacy Policy
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User identifying information—IP address and phone number—is subject to disclosure to authorities under a defined legal threshold, meaning users are not guaranteed anonymity in criminal investigations.
Your IP address and phone number may be shared with authorities if a valid judicial order identifies you as a criminal suspect.
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