Legal Contract Drafting
Data Processing Agreement
Fulfill GDPR B2B requirements. Implement a compliant DPA to legally process client data, establish clear security obligations, and utilize standard contractual clauses.
Why is a DPA Required?
If you are a SaaS, agency, or B2B service handling data on behalf of clients, GDPR mandates a written Data Processing Agreement to ensure that data is handled securely and solely for the intended purpose.
A solid DPA protects you from liability by clearly defining boundaries, outlining breach notification procedures, and verifying your sub-processors.
Key Protections
- **Legal Compliance:** Meets GDPR Article 28 requirements.
- **Liability Boundaries:** Limits liability for sub-processor failures.
- **Enterprise Sales:** Essential for closing deals with B2B clients.
Processing Data Without a DPA
For B2B businesses, lacking a DPA is a fatal compliance gap that halts enterprise sales and invites fines.
Blocked Sales Deals
Enterprise and European clients will refuse to sign contracts with your business if you cannot provide a compliant DPA.
Regulatory Fines
Processing data without a DPA is a direct GDPR violation, subjecting you to significant administrative fines.
Uncapped Liability
If a data breach occurs without a DPA defining liability, your business could be sued for the full extent of the damages.
Contract Inclusions
Every clause is structured to satisfy international regulatory standards.
Scope of Processing
Defines exactly what data is processed and for what permitted purpose.
Security Measures
Detailed technical and organizational measures (TOMs) required to protect data.
Sub-Processor Lists
Authorization clauses for third-party vendors handling the data (e.g., AWS).
Breach Notification
Strict timelines and procedures for notifying clients of a data incident.
Audit Rights
Governs how and when clients can request audits of your data security.
Standard Contractual Clauses
Incorporates EU SCCs to legalize cross-border data transfers.
One-Time Drafting Fee
ADVOCATE MANAGED DRAFTING
Drafting Process
Fast, efficient, and fully customized to your platform's infrastructure.
Audit
You provide a list of your data sub-processors and security measures.
Drafting
We structure the DPA ensuring full GDPR compliance.
Review
Request adjustments based on enterprise client requirements.
Finalization
We finalize the document in an editable format.
Execution
Attach it to your master service agreements.
Global Privacy Frameworks
Built to satisfy the world"s strictest data protection authorities.
European GDPR
Meets strict EU standards for Article 28 data processing.
Standard Contractual Clauses
Integrates modern EU SCCs for legal cross-border data transfer.
UK GDPR
Fully aligned with the UK"s ICO requirements for international data pipelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
A DPA is a legally binding contract between a data controller (usually the business) and a data processor (usually a B2B service or SaaS) outlining how personal data is handled and protected.
Yes, under Article 28 of the GDPR, whenever a data controller engages a data processor, a written DPA is strictly required by law.
Processing data without a DPA is a direct violation of GDPR, making both parties liable for massive fines and regulatory action.
Any B2B company, SaaS platform, marketing agency, or hosting provider that handles personal data on behalf of clients needs a DPA.
Yes, our DPAs include Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) to legalize the transfer of EU data to countries outside the EEA.
A Privacy Policy informs end-users (B2C) about data collection. A DPA governs the relationship between two businesses (B2B) handling that data.
Yes, standard DPAs include clauses requiring the processor to implement robust security and allow the controller to audit compliance.
The DPA explicitly defines the processor's obligation to notify the controller immediately (usually within 24-48 hours) upon discovering a breach.
Generic templates often fail to accurately describe your specific sub-processors or security measures, rendering them legally invalid.
Once purchased, our legal team drafts your custom Data Processing Agreement within 48-72 hours.
Other Legal Documents
Privacy Policy
Compliant privacy policies for data handling.
Terms of Service
Protect your platform with robust user terms and conditions.
Employee NDA
Secure internal data with non-disclosure agreements.
STAY COMPLIANT
Don't Process Data Without a DPA.
Secure your B2B sales and build trust with your clients through a compliant, professionally drafted Data Processing Agreement.