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Can I use third-party social media tools that collect personal information in Oregon? What are the requirements?

To use third-party social media tools that collect personal information in Oregon, there are requirements that must be met. The requirements depend on the type of personal information being collected and the purpose for which it is being collected.

Personal Information Collection by Legitimate Businesses

If the third-party social media tool is being used by a legitimate business to collect personal information, the business must provide evidence to the Oregon Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) that it is a legitimate business under ORS 802.179(3) [2.1]. The evidence required includes a current and valid business license, a Certificate of Existence or Authorization issued by the Secretary of State, or other documentation demonstrating that the business is authorized to operate in Oregon.

Use of Social Security Number

If the personal information being collected includes Social Security numbers, the third-party social media tool must comply with ORS 646A.622, which requires reasonable procedures to prevent unauthorized access to Social Security numbers and secure transmission of the numbers to persons outside of the business [3.1].

Requests for Personal Information Resulting from Unsafe Operation of a Motor Vehicle

If the personal information being collected is related to a motor vehicle accident, the third-party social media tool must comply with ORS 802.179(17) and provide a copy of a police crash report, police incident report, or Oregon Traffic Accident and Insurance Report filed with DMV [2.2].

In summary, to use third-party social media tools that collect personal information in Oregon, businesses must provide evidence of legitimacy to the DMV, comply with ORS 646A.622 if collecting Social Security numbers, and comply with ORS 802.179(17) if collecting personal information related to a motor vehicle accident. [2.1][3.1][2.2].

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