Plain English Meaning
The transfer or provision of data or personal information collected or generated in China to an overseas recipient, subject to China's applicable legal requirements.
Usage Note
This site uses cross-border data transfer consistently for this concept.
Do Not Confuse It With
- Remote access is not automatically outside scope; the facts and applicable rule matter.
- An overseas recipient is not the same as a domestic entrusted processor.
Common Scenarios
- Group HR systems
- Overseas support access
- Global customer or analytics platforms
Latest Developments
- The July 2026 CAC Q&A clarifies notice, separate consent, assessment-result extensions and recruitment transfers.
Official Sources
Last verified: 2026-07-30
Related References
- Related laws
- PIPL, DSL, CSL
- Related standards
- Not listed
- Related articles
- PIPL Articles 38-40