Parties
Between
Name: <Controller Name>
Company no: <Controller Company No>
Address: <Controller Address>
ZIP code and city: <Controller City>
Country: <Controller Country>
(hereinafter referred to as the "Data Controller")
and
Name: Prowi ApS
Company no: 43243977
Address: Klamsagervej 35
ZIP code and city: 8230 Åbyhøj
Country: Denmark
(hereinafter referred to as the "Data Processor")
The Data Controller and the Data Processor may each be referred to as a "Party" and together as the "Parties".
Agreement
The Parties have agreed on the following contractual clauses (the "Clauses") in order to:
• Comply with applicable data protection laws, including the EU GDPR; and
• Ensure appropriate safeguards for the protection of the rights and freedoms of data subjects.
Table of Contents
• Preamble
• Section 1: The rights and obligations of the data controller
• Section 2: The data processor acts according to instructions
• Section 3: Confidentiality
• Section 4: Security of processing
• Section 5: Use of sub-processors
• Section 6: Transfer of data to third countries or international organisations
• Section 7: Assistance to the data controller
• Section 8: Notification of personal data breach
• Section 9: Erasure and return of data
• Section 10: Audit and inspection
• Section 11: The parties' agreement on other terms
• Section 12: Commencement and termination
• Section 13: Signature
• Section 14: Data controller and data processor contacts/contact points
• Appendix A - Information about the processing
• Appendix B - Sub-processors
• Appendix C - Instruction pertaining to the use of personal data
• Appendix D - The Parties' agreement on other matters
Preamble
This Data Processing Agreement sets out the purpose of the Clauses to ensure compliance with Article 28(3) of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data and repealing Directive 95/46/EC (General Data Protection Regulation).
The Clauses are intended to protect the rights of data subjects and ensure appropriate safeguards for the protection of the rights and freedoms of data subjects.
These Clauses shall take priority over any similar provisions contained in other agreements between the Parties.
Four appendices are attached to the Clauses and form an integral part of the Clauses.
Appendix A contains details about the processing of personal data, including the purpose and nature of the processing, type of personal data, categories of data subject and duration of the processing.
Appendix B contains the data controller's conditions for the data processor's use of sub-processors and a list of sub-processors authorised by the data controller.
Appendix C contains the data controller's instructions with regards to the processing of personal data, the minimum security measures to be implemented by the data processor and how audits of the data processor and any sub-processors are to be performed.
Appendix D contains provisions for other activities which are not covered by the Clauses.
The Clauses along with appendices shall be retained in writing, including electronically, by both parties.
These Clauses shall not exempt the data processor from obligations to which the data processor is subject pursuant to the General Data Protection Regulation (the applicable Data Protection Law (EU GDPR)) or other legislation.
1. The rights and obligations of the data controller
1.1 The data controller is responsible for ensuring that the processing of personal data takes place in compliance with the applicable Data Protection Law (EU GDPR) (see Article 24 of the applicable Data Protection Law (EU GDPR)), the applicable EU or Member State data protection provisions and the Clauses.
1.2 The data controller has the right and obligation to make decisions about the purposes and means of the processing of personal data.
1.3 The data controller shall be responsible, among others, for ensuring that the processing of personal data, which the data processor is instructed to perform, has a legal basis.
2. The data processor acts according to instructions
2.1 The data processor shall process personal data only on documented instructions from the data controller unless required to do so by Union or Member State law to which the processor is subject. Such instructions shall be specified in appendices A and C.
2.2 Subsequent instructions can also be given by the data controller throughout the duration of the processing of personal data, but such instructions shall always be documented and kept in writing, including electronically, in connection with the Clauses.
2.3 The data processor shall immediately inform the data controller if instructions given by the data controller, in the opinion of the data processor, contravene the applicable Data Protection Law (EU GDPR) or the applicable EU or Member State data protection provisions.
3. Confidentiality
3.1 The data processor shall only grant access to the personal data being processed on behalf of the data controller to persons under the data processor's authority who have committed themselves to confidentiality or are under an appropriate statutory obligation of confidentiality and only on a need to know basis.
3.2 The list of persons to whom access has been granted shall be kept under periodic review. On the basis of this review, such access to personal data can be withdrawn, if access is no longer necessary, and personal data shall consequently not be accessible anymore to those persons.
3.3 The data processor shall at the request of the data controller demonstrate that the concerned persons under the data processor's authority are subject to the abovementioned confidentiality.
4. Security of processing
4.1 Article 32 of the applicable Data Protection Law (EU GDPR) stipulates that taking into account the state of the art, the costs of implementation and the nature, scope, context and purposes of processing as well as the risk of varying likelihood and severity for the rights and freedoms of natural persons, the data controller and data processor shall implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to ensure a level of security appropriate to the risk.
4.2 The data controller shall evaluate the risks to the rights and freedoms of natural persons inherent in the processing and implement measures to mitigate those risks. Depending on their relevance, the measures may include the following:
• Pseudonymisation and encryption of personal data;
• The ability to ensure ongoing confidentiality, integrity, availability, and resilience of processing systems and services;
• The ability to restore the availability and access to personal data in a timely manner in the event of a physical or technical incident;
• A process for regularly testing, assessing, and evaluating the effectiveness of technical and organisational measures for ensuring the security of the processing.
4.3 Furthermore, the data processor shall assist the data controller in ensuring compliance with the data controller's obligations pursuant to Articles 32 of the applicable Data Protection Law (EU GDPR), by inter alia providing the data controller with information concerning the technical and organisational measures already implemented by the data processor pursuant to Article 32 of the applicable Data Protection Law (EU GDPR) along with all other information necessary for the data controller to comply with the data controller's obligation under Article 32 of the applicable Data Protection Law (EU GDPR).
4.4 If subsequently - in the assessment of the data controller - mitigation of the identified risks require further measures to be implemented by the data processor, than those already implemented by the data processor pursuant to Article 32 of the applicable Data Protection Law (EU GDPR), the data controller shall specify these additional measures to be implemented in Appendix C.
5. Use of sub-processors
5.1 The data processor shall meet the requirements specified in Article 28(2) and (4) of the applicable Data Protection Law (EU GDPR) in order to engage another processor (a sub-processor).
5.2 The data processor shall therefore not engage another processor (sub-processor) for the fulfilment of the Clauses without the prior general written authorisation of the data controller.
5.3 The data processor has the data controller's general authorisation for the engagement of sub-processors. The data processor shall inform the data controller in writing of any intended changes concerning the addition or replacement of sub-processors at least 4 weeks in advance, thereby giving the data controller the opportunity to object to such changes prior to the engagement of the concerned sub-processor(s). Longer time periods of prior notice for specific sub-processing services can be provided in Appendix B. The list of sub-processors already authorised by the data controller can be found in Appendix B.
5.4 Where the data processor engages a sub-processor for carrying out specific processing activities on behalf of the data controller, the same data protection obligations as set out in the Clauses shall be imposed on that sub-processor by way of a contract or other legal act under EU or Member State law, in particular providing sufficient guarantees to implement appropriate technical and organisational measures in such a manner that the processing will meet the requirements of the Clauses and the applicable Data Protection Law (EU GDPR).
5.5 The data processor shall therefore be responsible for requiring that the sub-processor at least complies with the obligations to which the data processor is subject pursuant to the Clauses and the applicable Data Protection Law (EU GDPR).
5.6 A copy of such a sub-processor agreement and subsequent amendments shall - at the data controller's request - be submitted to the data controller, thereby giving the data controller the opportunity to ensure that the same data protection obligations as set out in the Clauses are imposed on the sub-processor. Clauses on business-related issues that do not affect the legal data protection content of the sub-processor agreement shall not require submission to the data controller.
5.7 If the sub-processor does not fulfil its data protection obligations, the data processor shall remain fully liable to the data controller as regards the fulfilment of the obligations of the sub-processor. This does not affect the rights of the data subjects under the applicable Data Protection Law (EU GDPR) - in particular, those foreseen in Articles 79 and 82 of the applicable Data Protection Law (EU GDPR) - against the data controller and the data processor, including the sub-processor.
6. Transfer of data to third countries or international organisations
6.1 Any transfer of personal data to third countries or international organisations by the data processor shall only occur on the basis of documented instructions from the data controller and shall always take place in compliance with Chapter V of the applicable Data Protection Law (EU GDPR).
6.2 In case transfers to third countries or international organisations, which the data processor has not been instructed to perform by the data controller, is required under EU or Member State law to which the data processor is subject, the data processor shall inform the data controller of that legal requirement prior to processing unless that law prohibits such information on important grounds of public interest.
6.3 Without documented instructions from the data controller, the data processor, therefore, cannot within the framework of the Clauses:
• transfer personal data to a data controller or a data processor in a third country or in an international organisation
• transfer the processing of personal data to a sub-processor in a third country
• have the personal data processed by the data processor in a third country
6.4 The data controller's instructions regarding the transfer of personal data to a third country including, if applicable, the transfer tool under Chapter V of the applicable Data Protection Law (EU GDPR) on which they are based, shall be set out in Appendix C.6.
6.5 The Clauses shall not be confused with standard data protection clauses within the meaning of Article 46(2)(c) and (d) of the applicable Data Protection Law (EU GDPR), and the Clauses cannot be relied upon by the parties as a transfer tool under Chapter V of the applicable Data Protection Law (EU GDPR).
7. Assistance to the data controller
7.1 Taking into account the nature of the processing, the data processor shall assist the data controller by appropriate technical and organisational measures, insofar as this is possible, in the fulfilment of the data controller's obligations to respond to requests for exercising the data subject's rights laid down in Chapter III of the applicable Data Protection Law (EU GDPR).
7.2 This entails that the data processor shall, insofar as this is possible, assist the data controller in the data controller's compliance with:
• the right to be informed when collecting personal data from the data subject
• the right to be informed when personal data have not been obtained from the data subject
• the right of access by the data subject
• the right to rectification
• the right to erasure ('the right to be forgotten')
• the right to restriction of processing
• notification obligation regarding rectification or erasure of personal data or restriction of processing
• the right to data portability
• the right to object
• the right not to be subject to a decision based solely on automated processing, including profiling
7.3 In addition to the data processor's obligation to assist the data controller pursuant to Clause 6.4., the data processor shall furthermore, taking into account the nature of the processing and the information available to the data processor, assist the data controller in ensuring compliance with:
• the data controller's obligation to without undue delay and, where feasible, no later than 72 hours after having become aware of it, notify the personal data breach to the competent supervisory authority unless the personal data breach is unlikely to result in a risk to the rights and freedoms of natural persons;
• the data controller's obligation to without undue delay communicate the personal data breach to the data subject when the personal data breach is likely to result in a high risk to the rights and freedoms of natural persons;
• the data controller's obligation to carry out an assessment of the impact of the envisaged processing operations on the protection of personal data (a data protection impact assessment);
• the data controller's obligation to consult the competent supervisory authority prior to processing where a data protection impact assessment indicates that the processing would result in a high risk in the absence of measures taken by the data controller to mitigate the risk.
7.4 The parties shall define in Appendix C the appropriate technical and organisational measures by which the data processor is required to assist the data controller as well as the scope and the extent of the assistance required. This applies to the obligations foreseen in Clause 9.1. and 9.2.
8. Notification of personal data breach
8.1 In case of any personal data breach, the data processor shall, without undue delay after having become aware of it, notify the data controller of the personal data breach.
8.2 The data processor's notification to the data controller shall, if possible, take place within 24 hours after the data processor has become aware of the personal data breach to enable the data controller to comply with the data controller's obligation to notify the personal data breach to the competent supervisory authority, cf. Article 33 of the applicable Data Protection Law (EU GDPR).
8.3 In accordance with Clause 9(2)(a), the data processor shall assist the data controller in notifying the personal data breach to the competent supervisory authority, meaning that the data processor is required to assist in obtaining the information listed below which, pursuant to Article 33(3) GDPR, shall be stated in the data controller's notification to the competent supervisory authority:
• the nature of the personal data including where possible, the categories and approximate number of data subjects concerned and the categories and approximate number of personal data records concerned;
• the likely consequences of the personal data breach;
• the measures taken or proposed to be taken by the controller to address the personal data breach, including, where appropriate, measures to mitigate its possible adverse effects.
8.4 The parties shall define in Appendix D all the elements to be provided by the data processor when assisting the data controller in the notification of a personal data breach to the competent supervisory authority.
9. Erasure and return of data
9.1 On termination of the provision of personal data processing services, the data processor shall be under obligation to delete all personal data processed on behalf of the data controller and certify to the data controller that it has done so, cf. Appendix A.5, unless Union or Member State law requires the storage of the personal data.
9.2 The data controller can request that the data processor stores relevant data after the end of the service provision period according to the provisions specified in Appendix C.4.
10. Audit and inspection
10.1 The data processor shall make available to the data controller all information necessary to demonstrate compliance with the obligations laid down in Article 28 and the Clauses and allow for and contribute to audits, including inspections, conducted by the data controller or another auditor mandated by the data controller.
10.2 Procedures applicable to the data controller's audits, including inspections of the data processor and sub-processors, are specified in appendices C.7. and C.8.
10.3 The data processor shall be required to provide the supervisory authorities, which pursuant to applicable legislation have access to the data controller's and data processor's facilities, or representatives acting on behalf of such supervisory authorities, with access to the data processor's physical facilities on presentation of appropriate identification.
11. The parties' agreement on other terms
11.1 The parties may agree on other clauses concerning the provision of the personal data processing service specifying, e.g. liability, as long as they do not contradict directly or indirectly the Clauses or prejudice the fundamental rights or freedoms of the data subject and the protection afforded by the applicable Data Protection Law (EU GDPR).
12. Commencement and termination
12.1 The Clauses shall become effective on the date of both parties' signature.
12.2 Both parties shall be entitled to require the Clauses renegotiated if changes to the law or inexpediency of the Clauses should give rise to such renegotiation.
12.3 The Clauses shall apply for the duration of the provision of personal data processing services. For the duration of the provision of personal data processing services, the Clauses cannot be terminated unless other Clauses governing the provision of personal data processing services have been agreed between the parties.
12.4 If the provision of personal data processing services is terminated, and the personal data is deleted or returned to the data controller pursuant to Clause 11.1. and Appendices A.5 and C.4., the Clauses may be terminated by written notice by either party.
13. Signature
On behalf of the data controller:
Name: <Controller Name>
Position: <Controller Position>
Telephone: <Controller Phone>
Email: <Controller Email>
Signature: <Controller Signature>
On behalf of the data processor:
Name: Rasmus Godske
Position: CTO
Telephone: +45 70604554
Email: rasmus@prowi.io
Signature:
14. Data controller and data processor contacts/contact points
14.1 The parties may contact each other using the following contacts/contact points:
With the data controller:
Name: <Controller Name>
Position: <Controller Position>
Telephone: <Controller Phone>
Email: <Controller Email>
With the data processor:
Name: Rasmus Godske
Position: CTO
Telephone: +45 70604554
Email: rasmus@prowi.io
14.2 The parties shall be under obligation continuously to inform each other of changes to contacts/contact points.
Appendix A - Information about the processing
A.1. The purpose of the data processor's processing of personal data on behalf of the data controller is:
The data processor delivers commission and variable salary management platform services to the data controller. This includes processing personal data related to employees' commissions, bonuses, and salary information to calculate and manage payments.
A.2. The data processor's processing of personal data on behalf of the data controller shall mainly pertain to (the nature of the processing):
The processor provides commission and variable salary management services, including but not limited to the calculation, tracking, and management of commissions, bonuses, and salary information for employees. This may involve the processing of personal data for the purposes of system functionality, accuracy improvement, user interaction handling, and performance monitoring. Processing may include data input, storage, analysis, transformation, and deletion, as necessary to support and optimize the commission and salary management systems in accordance with the documented instructions of the Controller.
A.3. The processing includes the following types of personal data about data subjects:
The personal data processed by the data processor in connection with the data controller's use of the data processor's Services differ according to the category to which the data subject belongs:
The Data Controller, including contact persons on behalf of the Data Controller:
• Contact information of the data controller's representatives, including name, telephone, email, title, department, address
• Usage data related to platform activities
• Payment information and VAT number
The data controller's employees:
• Name, email, mobile number, IP-information, Salary identification number
• Salary information, commission data, and performance metrics
A.4. Processing includes the following categories of data subject:
See the overview in section A.3.
A.5. The data processor's processing of personal data on behalf of the data controller may be performed when the Clauses commence. Processing has the following duration:
The Data Processor's processing of personal data on behalf of the Data Controller continues as long as the Data Controller makes use of the Services provided by the Data Processor. Personal data is retained for up to 5 years from the date of entry, after which it is automatically deleted unless the controller requests earlier deletion or extended retention within legal limits.
At the termination of the subscription agreement, the data controller will have the choice between:
• Immediate data deletion after termination
• Exporting data in a machine-readable format prior to deletion
If, before the end of the chosen period, the data controller wishes to continue storing data with the data processor, the data controller must reactivate or extend the subscription.
Appendix B - Sub-processors
B.1. Approved sub-processors
On commencement of the Clauses, the data controller authorises the engagement of the following sub-processors:
Name
Heroku (Salesforce)
- Purpose: Cloud hosting and platform infrastructure
- Location: AWS EU-North-1, Stockholm
- Basis: DPA
- Personal Data Processed: All customer data stored in Prowi platform
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Purpose: Cloud infrastructure (via Heroku)
- Location: AWS EU-North-1, Stockholm
- Basis: DPA
- Personal Data Processed: All customer data stored in Prowi platform
Google Analytics
- Purpose: Website analytics and usage tracking
- Location: EU (with EU data residency)
- Basis: DPA
- Personal Data Processed: IP address (anonymised), browser info, usage data
Google Search Console
- Purpose: Search performance monitoring
- Location: EU
- Basis: DPA
- Personal Data Processed: Aggregated search data, no personal data
HubSpot
- Purpose: CRM and marketing automation
- Location: EU
- Basis: DPA
- Personal Data Processed: Contact information, website activity, communications
The data controller shall on the commencement of the Clauses authorise the use of the abovementioned sub-processors for the processing described for that party. The data processor shall not be entitled - without the data controller's explicit written authorisation - to engage a sub-processor for 'different' processing than the one which has been agreed upon or have another sub-processor perform the described processing.
B.2. Prior notice for the authorisation of sub-processors
The data processor shall inform the data controller in writing of any intended changes concerning the addition or replacement of sub-processors at least 4 weeks in advance for non-critical sub-processors (such as analytics and CRM tools).
For critical infrastructure sub-processors (including but not limited to cloud hosting providers such as Heroku/AWS), the data processor shall provide 4 weeks advance notice of any intended changes, thereby giving the data controller adequate time to assess and potentially migrate if they object to such changes.
The data controller has the right to object to such changes prior to the engagement of the concerned sub-processor(s). See also Clause 7.3 and Appendix D.
Appendix C - Instruction pertaining to the use of personal data
C.1. The subject of/instruction for the processing
The data processor's processing of personal data on behalf of the data controller shall be carried out by the data processor performing the following:
When the data controller uses the commission and variable salary management platform, the data processor processes personal data concerning the data controller's representatives and employees.
The data controller shall enter the information necessary for the use of the Services. All processing activities are performed to facilitate the calculation, tracking, and management of commissions, bonuses, and salary information for employees.
The data processor may anonymize information for statistical and analytical purposes, further development of the platform and process information as required by law, including in connection with a legal decision, regulatory requirements, or similar circumstances.
Please also refer to the Contract entered into between the parties.
C.2. Security of processing
The level of security shall take into account:
• That the processing involves business contact information and related commercial data, with appropriate security measures implemented to protect the confidentiality and integrity of this information.
• That the processing can involve sensitive data depending on the nature of the solution built for the data controller.
The data processor shall hereafter be entitled and under obligation to make decisions about the technical and organisational security measures that are to be applied to create the necessary (and agreed) level of data security.
However, the data processor shall - in any event, and at a minimum - implement the following measures that have been agreed with the data controller:
Service and database location
• Prowi uses the managed services within AWS and Microsoft Azure
• Prowi applies separate environments for development, testing and production
• All data processing and storage occurs exclusively within the EU/EEA. No customer data is transferred outside the EU/EEA.
Data encryption
• Data is encrypted both during transport (TLS 1.2+) and at rest (AES 256).
Database access controls
• Database access is strictly limited and controlled through:
• Role-based access controls
• Least privilege principle
• Access to production systems is restricted and logged.
Backup policy
• Backups are done automatically within either Microsoft Azure or AWS
• Backups are encrypted
Secure system development lifecycle
• Prowi operates within a System Development Lifecycle (SDLC) that includes Secure coding practices, dependency management, and static code analysis.
AI and Automated Processing
To the extent that the data processor utilizes artificial intelligence or automated decision-making in the processing of personal data, the data processor shall: (a) implement appropriate safeguards for data subjects' rights; (b) ensure human oversight where required; and (c) comply with applicable AI regulations including the EU AI Act. The data processor will inform the data controller of any significant AI implementations and provide reasonable documentation upon request. The data controller may object to specific AI use cases that fundamentally conflict with their documented processing instructions.
C.3. Assistance to the data controller
The data processor shall insofar as this is possible - within the scope and the extent of the assistance specified below - assist the data controller in accordance with Clause 9.1. and 9.2. by implementing such technical and organisational measures, which may contribute to the data controller's ability to respond to requests for the exercise of the rights of data subjects.
C.4. Storage period/erasure procedures
Personal data is retained for up to 5 years from the date of entry, after which it is automatically deleted unless:
• The data controller requests earlier deletion
• The data controller requests extended retention within legal limits
• Retention is required by applicable law
Prowi makes features available to the data controller so that the data controller can manage retention in accordance with their legal obligations and business needs.
If the data controller terminates its agreement with Prowi, Prowi will:
• Provide functionality to export all data in standard formats
• Permanently delete data after the chosen retention period expires (or immediately if requested)
• Provide confirmation of deletion upon request
C.5. Processing location
Processing of the personal data covered by the Clauses takes place exclusively within the EU/EEA, specifically in AWS EU-North-1 (Stockholm, Sweden). No customer data is processed or stored outside the EU/EEA.
See also B.1. Approved Sub-processors and C.2. Processing Security - Service and Database Security for detailed information on infrastructure locations.
C.6. Instruction on the transfer of personal data to third countries
As processing occurs exclusively within the EU/EEA, no transfers to third countries occur in the ordinary course of service provision.
The data controller is aware that the data processor's Services are made available through a cloud-based solution where the data processor makes use of software and IT systems, including servers provided by third parties, all located within the EU/EEA.
In the event that future service requirements necessitate the use of sub-processors located in third countries, the data processor will:
• Provide advance notice to the data controller as specified in Appendix B
• Obtain explicit approval from the data controller
• Implement appropriate transfer mechanisms, including:
• EU Commission standard contractual clauses, or
• EU Commission adequacy decisions (where applicable), or
• Binding Corporate Rules pursuant to Article 47 GDPR
Any such transfers will be subject to similar provisions to those agreed between the data controller and the data processor, and the data processor is obliged to ensure that the transfer and data processing is carried out in accordance with applicable requirements.
C.7. Procedures for the data controller's audits, including inspections, of the processing of personal data being performed by the data processor
The data controller is entitled to request the implementation of audits and/or measures to ensure compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation, data protection provisions in other EU law or the national law of the Member States, and these Provisions.
Audit Procedures:
• Annual Audits: The data processor makes available to the data controller or a representative of the data controller the opportunity to conduct an annual inspection, including physical inspection, of the premises from which the data processor processes personal data, including physical premises and systems used for or in connection with the processing.
• Notice Period: The data controller shall provide at least 30 days' advance written notice of intent to conduct an on-site audit, except in cases of suspected breach where 5 business days' notice is sufficient.
• Cost Allocation: The data controller bears costs of audits conducted according to the annual schedule. The data processor shall allocate reasonable resources (primarily time) necessary for the data controller to carry out its inspection. Audits requested beyond the annual schedule or involving extensive resources may be subject to reasonable cost-sharing as mutually agreed.
• Confidentiality: Auditors must sign confidentiality agreements protecting the data processor's confidential information and other customers' data.
Such inspections may be carried out when the data controller deems it necessary, subject to the notice requirements above.
C.8. Procedures for audits, including inspections, of the processing of personal data being performed by sub-processors
The data processor or the data processor's representative shall have access to an annual inspection of the places where the processing of personal data is carried out by the sub-processor, including physical facilities as well as systems used for and related to the processing to ascertain the sub-processor's compliance with the applicable Data Protection Law (EU GDPR), the applicable EU or Member State data protection provisions and the Clauses.
In addition to the planned inspection, the data processor may perform an inspection of the sub-processor when the data processor deems it required.
Documentation for such inspections shall without undue delay be submitted to the data controller for information. The data controller may contest the scope and/or methodology of the report and may in such cases at its own expense and risk request a new inspection under a revised scope and/or different methodology.
Based on the results of such an inspection, the data controller may at its own expense and risk request further measures to be taken to ensure compliance with the applicable Data Protection Law (EU GDPR), the applicable EU or Member State data protection provisions and the Clauses.
The data controller may at its own expense and risk elect to initiate and participate in a physical inspection of the sub-processor. This may apply if the data controller deems that the data processor's supervision of the sub-processor has not provided the data controller with sufficient documentation to determine that the processing by the sub-processor is being performed according to the Clauses.
The data controller's participation in an inspection of the sub-processor shall not alter the fact that the data processor hereafter continues to bear the full responsibility for the sub-processor's compliance with the applicable Data Protection Law (EU GDPR), the applicable EU or Member State data protection provisions and the Clauses.
The data processor's and the sub-processor's costs related to a physical inspection at the sub-processor's facilities shall not concern the data controller unless the inspection is initiated by the data controller.
Appendix D - The Parties' agreement on other matters
The Parties have agreed on the following supplements for the Clauses:
For Clause 4.2
Notwithstanding Section 4.2, the data processor is not obliged actively to verify or investigate the legality of the data controller's instructions.
The data controller is aware that the data processor is dependent on the data controller's instructions on the extent to which the data processor is entitled to use and process the personal data on behalf of the data controller.
The data processor is therefore not liable for claims arising from the data processor's actions or omissions, to the extent that these actions or omissions are direct data processing activities carried out in accordance with the data controller's instructions.
For Clause 7.3 (Sub-processor changes)
The data controller acknowledges that the data processor's Services are based on standardised, cloud-based services made available to multiple customers and that the data processor is therefore not able to design the systems offered in such a way that each customer may require the data processor not to make use of specific sub-processors approved by the data processor.
Thus, the data controller acknowledges that if the data controller objects to the data processor's change or choice of new sub-processors and the data processor does not accommodate such an objection, the data controller's sole remedy is to terminate the subscription agreement with the data processor. The termination may take place with immediate effect, and neither party shall have any claim against each other in this connection.
For Clause 13.1 (Liability)
The data processor's liability to the data controller is limited to what is set out in the Contractual terms just as the other provisions of the subscription terms shall apply between the data controller and the data processor, except to the extent that they impair the fundamental rights and freedoms of the data subject under the General Data Protection Regulation in the EU.