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Cross-Border Data Transfers

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What it is

Thomson Reuters transfers personal data internationally and states it uses legal mechanisms such as Standard Contractual Clauses to make those transfers lawful under EU and UK data protection law.

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This analysis describes what Thomson Reuters'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)

International data transfers are a key compliance area under GDPR; the sufficiency of transfer mechanisms depends on whether Thomson Reuters has conducted Transfer Impact Assessments, particularly for transfers to the United States.

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Interpretive note: The statement does not specify which transfer mechanism applies to which processing activity or destination country, and does not confirm whether Transfer Impact Assessments have been conducted for U.S. transfers.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Your personal data held by Thomson Reuters may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your own, including the United States, under legal mechanisms that are subject to ongoing regulatory scrutiny, particularly in the EU and UK.

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When we transfer personal information across international borders, we do so in compliance with applicable data protection laws. Where required, we rely on appropriate transfer mechanisms such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission, adequacy decisions, or other legally recognised transfer tools.

Excerpt from Thomson Reuters's Privacy

ConductAtlas Analysis

Institutional analysis (regulatory & governance intelligence)

REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: Cross-border transfers from the EU and EEA engage GDPR Chapter V, including the requirements for Standard Contractual Clauses (updated 2021 SCCs), adequacy decisions, and Binding Corporate Rules.

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Applicable agencies

  • State Attorney General
    State AGs in California, New York, Texas, and other states can investigate violations of state consumer protection and privacy laws, including CCPA (California), SHIELD Act (New York), and equivalents.
    Who can file: Residents of states with comprehensive privacy laws — primarily California, Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, and Utah
    What you need: Evidence of the violation, explanation of how your state rights were affected, and your account or contact information with the company
    What to expect: Outcomes vary by state. May result in investigation, enforcement action, or requirement for the company to change practices. No direct individual compensation in most cases.

    Search "[your state] attorney general consumer complaint" to find your state's direct complaint form

Applicable regulations

CCPA/CPRA
California, USA
Connecticut Data Privacy Act Amendments
US-CT
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

Provision details

Document information
Document
Thomson Reuters Privacy
Entity
Thomson Reuters
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
May 8, 2026
Last verified
May 10, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-009351
Document ID
CA-D-00720
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
9e8a0f4bd1c9b41ed71cee58bb2f7847b755fb8dfc8390d88565630bf1f4db04
Analysis generated
May 8, 2026 05:17 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
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Citation Record
Entity: Thomson Reuters
Document: Thomson Reuters Privacy
Record ID: CA-P-009351
Captured: 2026-05-08 05:17:57 UTC
SHA-256: 9e8a0f4bd1c9b41e…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/thomson-reuters/thomson-reuters-privacy/provision/CA-P-009351/cross-border-data-transfers/
Accessed: Sept. 26, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

International data transfers are a key compliance area under GDPR; the sufficiency of transfer mechanisms depends on whether Thomson Reuters has conducted Transfer Impact Assessments, particularly for transfers to the United States.

How does this clause affect you?

Your personal data held by Thomson Reuters may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your own, including the United States, under legal mechanisms that are subject to ongoing regulatory scrutiny, particularly in the EU and UK.

How many platforms have this type of clause?

ConductAtlas has identified this type of provision across 290 platforms. See the full comparison.

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