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DEALINGS WITH E*TRADE
Protecting E*TRADE’s Assets
E*TRADE’s assets include, but are not limited to, its cash and securities, its premises, its technology, its proprietary and confidential
information, its legally privileged materials, its intellectual property (such as software, business plans, non-public financial
information, ideas for new products or services, and employee and customer lists), its brand and reputation. Specific policies with
respect to protecting these assets are in E*TRADE’s policy on “Handling Proprietary and Confidential Information,” which is
outlined in this Code, as well as the “Agreement Regarding Employment and Proprietary Information and Inventions” signed by
employees at the beginning of their employment. E*TRADE’s Confidential and Proprietary Information Policy can be found on My
Channel *E: https://mychannele.corp.etradegrp.com/web/life/policy/confidential.
In general, employees must use E*TRADE’s assets solely for the benefit of E*TRADE or its customers. In addition, employees must
safeguard these assets by adhering to E*TRADE’s security policies and procedures. Be alert to incidents that could lead to the loss,
misuse or theft of E*TRADE property. Report all such occurrences immediately to your direct supervisor and, as appropriate, to
Corporate Information Security and Fraud Management.
Use of E*TRADE’s Information and Communications Systems
E*TRADE maintains certain systems, including telephones, voicemail, electronic mail, computer networks, personal digital assistants
and remote access capabilities to further E*TRADE’s business objectives. Any systems to which employees are provided access are
to be used for E*TRADE business purposes, though incidental personal use is permitted. You must adhere to all E*TRADE policies
and procedures and any policies that your business unit or department may set governing such usage.
In addition, employees may not use E*TRADE’s systems to send, store, view or forward unlawful, offensive, harassing,
discriminatory or other inappropriate materials or messages or to engage in any outside business activity. Furthermore, employees
may not send, store or forward advertisements, solicitations or promotions not related to E*TRADE business except as expressly
authorized by E*TRADE. Also, employees are prohibited from using E*TRADE systems to engage in gambling, illegal activities or
any activities prohibited by E*TRADE policies.
Use sound judgment, business decorum and formality, when composing or forwarding any electronic communication. Generally,
information made available through My Channel*E is intended for internal use only. Please refer to the policies of your business unit
or department and contact the Legal or Compliance Departments with any questions on the use of this information.
All software transmitted over, downloaded onto or installed on E*TRADE’s systems must be done in compliance with applicable
laws and licenses and must be approved in advance by the E*TRADE Technology Department. Unapproved software is strictly
prohibited, including prevention of unauthorized or unlawful use and transmission of computer viruses. Contact the Legal Department
with any questions.
All electronic communications and internet access must be conducted in accordance with applicable E*TRADE policies and
procedures including but not limited to the policy governing internet access and social media websites as well as specific business
unit policies pertaining to electronic communications.
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