Data Processing Agreement
1. Definitions
"Personal Data" means any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person. "Processing" means any operation performed on Personal Data. "Data Controller" means the entity determining the purposes and means of Processing. "Data Processor" means the entity Processing Personal Data on behalf of the Controller.
2. Processing of Personal Data
We process Personal Data only on documented instructions from you, including regarding transfers to third countries. We ensure that persons authorized to process Personal Data have committed themselves to confidentiality.
3. Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure a level of security appropriate to the risk, including:
- Encryption of Personal Data
- Regular security assessments
- Access controls and authentication
- Regular backup procedures
- Incident detection and response
4. Subprocessors
We may engage subprocessors to process Personal Data. We will:
- Inform you of any intended changes
- Impose the same data protection obligations on subprocessors
- Remain fully liable for subprocessor compliance
5. Data Subject Rights
We will assist you in responding to requests from data subjects to exercise their rights under applicable data protection laws, including:
- Right to access
- Right to rectification
- Right to erasure
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
6. Data Breach Notification
We will notify you without undue delay after becoming aware of a Personal Data breach. The notification will include:
- Nature of the breach
- Categories and number of data subjects affected
- Likely consequences of the breach
- Measures taken to address the breach
7. Audit Rights
You have the right to audit our compliance with this agreement. We will contribute to audits by providing necessary information and allowing for inspections.
8. Contact Information
For any questions regarding this Data Processing Agreement, please contact our Data Protection Officer at [DPO Contact Information].