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The clause establishes the conditions under which Tinder may transfer personal data to government and law enforcement authorities without separate user consent, creating a disclosure pathway outside normal service operations that is triggered by legal demands or safety determinations.
Users' personal information may be disclosed to law enforcement and government agencies upon receipt of legal process or when Tinder determines disclosure is necessary to prevent crime or protect safety. The provision does not require Tinder to notify users of such disclosures, and users have no mechanism within the terms to restrict or condition such transfers.
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we may use, retain or share information with law enforcement or others in circumstances where a person's vital interests require protection, such as in the case of emergencies.
disclosure is required by a third-party to complete a transaction initiated by the user
We will disclose information to third parties about your account or the transfers you make: (i) where it is necessary for completing transfers, or (ii) in order to verify the existence and condition of your account...
"We may disclose your information if reasonably necessary: (i) to comply with a legal process, such as a court order, subpoena or search warrant, government/law enforcement investigation or other legal requirements; (ii) to assist in the prevention or detection of crime (subject to applicable law); or (iii) to protect the safety of any person.Excerpt from Tinder's Privacy Policy
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The clause establishes the conditions under which Tinder may transfer personal data to government and law enforcement authorities without separate user consent, creating a disclosure pathway outside normal service operations that is triggered by legal demands or safety determinations.
Users' personal information may be disclosed to law enforcement and government agencies upon receipt of legal process or when Tinder determines disclosure is necessary to prevent crime or protect safety. The provision does not require Tinder to notify users of such disclosures, and users have no mechanism within the terms to restrict or condition such transfers.
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