Define: Access Device

The meaning of “Access Device” differs based on where it is used. We list many below, then combine them into one or more market-standard definitions.

How is Access Device defined in a legal contract?

  • Access Device means a card, plate, code, account number, personal identification number, electronic serial number, mobile identification number, or another telecommunications service, equipment, or instrument identifier, or means of account access that alone or together with another device can be used. Seen in 101 SEC filings.
  • Access Device means any electronic device you utilize to access your account and view electronic documents. This includes, but is not limited to: a traditional computer such as a desktop or laptop computer; or a mobile device such as a tablet computer or a smartphone. Seen in 46 SEC filings.
  • Access Device means any card, electronic access device, and/or any codes, passwords, or personal identification numbers (PIN) that we issue to allow you to access and/or use any account or other services. With regard to online or internet transactions, an access device shall also include any computer, smartphone, or other hardware used to process a transaction. Seen in 36 SEC filings.
  • Access Device means access equipment, including but not limited to a personal computer or a mobile device, that meets the requirements for use of the Service. Seen in 21 SEC filings.
  • Access Device means a card, code, or other means of access to the [financial account], or any combination of these, that may be used by a student to initiate electronic fund transfers. Seen in 17 SEC filings.
  • Access Device means a card, code, or other mechanism, or any combination of these, that may be used by a customer for the purpose of initiating a transaction by means of a terminal which will affect a [customer asset account]. Seen in 16 SEC filings.
  • Access Device means any card, plate, code, account number. Seen in 12 SEC filings.
  • Access Device means the authentication devices, PIN, and any other form of electronic identification or device issued by or on behalf for use by the user in accessing the Corporate Internet Banking Service. Seen in 12 SEC filings.

Note: The Genie AI Legal Assistant pulled this data out of the SEC EDGAR Database of 500,000 records from the past 22 years of filings. We regularly update this page as new filings and definitions come in.

Search EDGAR for 'Definitions of access device' yourself to verify these results. We are always keen to point people to source documents.

Which definition should you use?

🤔 Our AI Legal Assistant has combined and improved the above descriptions to create market-standard 'Genie definitions' below, with guidance on which documents and which industry to use for each.

Genie Definition 1

Access Device means a card, code, PIN, or electronic equipment like a computer or smartphone, used to access an account.

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • Policies regarding the use of company-provided devices
  • Security procedures and access to sensitive information
  • Terms of use regarding online services or platforms

Relevant Sectors

Genie Definition 2

Access Device means a card, plate, code, or account number.

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • Establishing payment methods
  • Setting up online banking or electronic payment systems
  • Authorising credit or debit card usage

Relevant Sectors

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Access Device means a card, code, PIN, or electronic equipment like a computer or smartphone, used to access an account.

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