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Can I use third-party project management tools that collect personal information in Tennessee? What are the requirements?
Using Third-Party Project Management Tools that Collect Personal Information in Tennessee
Based on the provided context documents, there are no specific requirements or regulations in Tennessee that prohibit the use of third-party project management tools that collect personal information. However, it is important to note that any information collected by state or local officials, agents, or employees must be kept confidential and not disclosed except as authorized by law [3.1]([3.2]).
It is recommended that any third-party project management tools used in Tennessee comply with applicable federal and state laws regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information. This may include complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) if the tool collects personal information from individuals in the European Union. It is also recommended that organizations using third-party project management tools have a privacy policy in place that outlines how personal information is collected, used, and disclosed.
Additionally, the Student Online Personal Protection Act prohibits operators from using information, including persistent unique identifiers, created or gathered by the operator’s site, service, or application, to amass a profile about a student except in furtherance of K-12 school purposes [2.1]([2.1]). This act applies to operators of online services and applications used for K-12 school purposes and is intended to protect the privacy of students.
In summary, there are no specific requirements or regulations in Tennessee that prohibit the use of third-party project management tools that collect personal information. However, organizations should ensure that any personal information collected complies with applicable federal and state laws and have a privacy policy in place. Additionally, operators of online services and applications used for K-12 school purposes should comply with the Student Online Personal Protection Act.
Source(s):
- [2.1] Student online personal protection act.
- [3.1] Availability for local use.
- [3.2] Confidentiality of information.
Jurisdiction
Tennessee