Question
Can I audit how my data is used?
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Short answer
If the license includes audit rights. Common forms are written certifications of compliance and deletion, records on request, or independent audits with notice. Strong buyers accept reasonable audit terms.
Part of: How licensing works
Explanation#
Audit rights are usually limited in frequency and scope.
Deletion certificates are standard at the end of a term.
Rights and privacy#
- Confirm customer, vendor and employee agreements allow the use
- Remove or de-identify personal details before anything leaves the company
- Approve the final dataset and permitted uses in writing
How licensing works#
A business describes its data, buyer demand is assessed, scope and permitted use are proposed, the data is prepared and de-identified, an agreement is signed, and the approved dataset is delivered. See data licensing for detail.
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