töötluspartners

Töötluspartner refers to an entity that processes personal data on behalf of a data controller. In the context of data protection regulations, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), a data controller determines the purposes and means of processing personal data. A data processor, or töötluspartner, then carries out this processing according to the controller's instructions.

The relationship between a controller and a processor is crucial for ensuring data protection compliance. Processors must implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard the data they handle. They are also obligated to assist the controller in meeting their data protection responsibilities, including responding to data subject requests and reporting data breaches.

A written agreement, often referred to as a data processing agreement (DPA), is typically required between the controller and the processor. This agreement outlines the specific details of the processing activities, the types of data involved, the duration of processing, and the security measures to be implemented. The DPA ensures clarity and accountability in the processing of personal data.

Examples of entities acting as data processors include cloud service providers, marketing agencies, payroll services, and IT support companies that have access to or process personal data on behalf of their clients. The distinction between a controller and a processor is important, as they have different responsibilities and liabilities under data protection law.