Tiedonkäsittelijänä

Tiedonkäsittelijänä is a Finnish term that translates to "data processor" or "information processor" in English. It refers to an individual or an entity that processes personal data on behalf of a data controller. This role is crucial in data protection regulations, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union.

A tiedonkäsittelijänä acts strictly on the documented instructions of the data controller. They do not determine the purposes or means of the data processing. Their responsibilities typically include ensuring the security of the data, assisting the data controller in responding to data subject rights requests, and cooperating with supervisory authorities. Examples of tiedonkäsittelijänä entities can include cloud service providers, IT support companies, or marketing agencies that handle personal data for their clients.

The relationship between a data controller and a tiedonkäsittelijänä is governed by a data processing agreement, which outlines the specific terms of the processing. This agreement ensures that the tiedonkäsittelijänä upholds the same data protection standards as the data controller. Failing to comply with these obligations can lead to significant fines and legal repercussions for both parties. The distinction between a data controller and a tiedonkäsittelijänä is fundamental to understanding data protection responsibilities and liabilities.