# 7. Data storage (compliance and ethical issues)

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For this section of the playbook, you need to have an understanding of data protection regulations, meaning the GDPR. You also need some knowledge of database structures. But we have tried to keep things simple and focus on the rights of users. Consent and licensing are very important when collecting data. This section aims to help organizations deal with them and comply with the GDPR.&#x20;
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Collecting [voice data](#user-content-fn-1)[^1] can be difficult to organize and manage. There are also a number of important legal issues to consider. You are not allowed to collect personal data (including voice data) without the informed consent of the contributor. And you should store and use data responsibly. In this section, we look at how CLEAR Global manages consent and privacy when collecting data. We also look at the steps it takes to make sure users understand how CLEAR Global uses their data and what rights they have over the use of their data.

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[^1]: **Voice data:** Audio recordings of human speech. These recordings capture the acoustic features of spoken language, such as pronunciation, speaking patterns, and rhythm.


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