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Data processingagreement

A contract that sets out how a processor may handle personal data for a controller.

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A DPA covers the purpose, security measures, deletion and how subprocessors are used. GDPR requires one whenever a processor is used. Most vendors provide a standard version you can sign.

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What is Data processing agreement?

A contract that sets out how a processor may handle personal data for a controller.

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It belongs to the Capital & Scale pillar, one of the 12 pillars your score is built from.

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