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The clause defines TikTok's operational framework for handling sensitive personal information, specifying that processing occurs within statutory compliance boundaries rather than under blanket contractual authorization. It establishes user control over the submission of sensitive information as a procedural matter within the service architecture.
Users retain decision-making authority over whether sensitive personal information is included in content or submissions to the platform. The provision conditions TikTok's processing on alignment with state privacy law requirements rather than unlimited contractual permissions.
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"Information You Provide may include sensitive personal information, as defined under applicable state privacy laws. We process such information in accordance with applicable law, such as to provide the Services and other permitted purposes under state privacy laws, like the California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA"). You may choose whether or not you include sensitive personal information in your user content or in other information you voluntarily submit.— Excerpt from TikTok's TikTok Privacy Policy
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The clause defines TikTok's operational framework for handling sensitive personal information, specifying that processing occurs within statutory compliance boundaries rather than under blanket contractual authorization. It establishes user control over the submission of sensitive information as a procedural matter within the service architecture.
Users retain decision-making authority over whether sensitive personal information is included in content or submissions to the platform. The provision conditions TikTok's processing on alignment with state privacy law requirements rather than unlimited contractual permissions.
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