This analysis describes what WhatsApp'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
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Our Services may not be used in or for the benefit of, or exported or re-exported to (a) any U.S. embargoed country or territory or (b) any individual or entity with whom dealings are prohibited...
No Software from the Site may be downloaded...to anyone on the US Treasury Department's list of Specially Designated Nationals or anyone subject to the same or similar restrictions...or the US Commerce Department's Table of Deny Orders.
You and your affiliates will not export, resell, transfer, or supply Anker products or services to Embargoed or Restricted Regions, or engage in any activities that may trigger trade restrictions or economic sanctions.
"You will not, directly or indirectly, export, re-export, provide, or otherwise transfer our Services: (a) to any individual, entity, territory, or country prohibited by Export Laws; (b) to anyone on United States or non-United States government restricted parties lists...Excerpt from WhatsApp's Terms of Service
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The clause states: “You will not, directly or indirectly, export, re-export, provide, or otherwise transfer our Services: (a) to any individual, entity, territory, or country prohibited by Export Laws; (b) to anyone on United States or non-United States government restricted parties lists...”
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