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Glossary

Data processing agreement

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A contract that sets the rules for how a processor handles personal data for a controller.

A DPA covers purpose, security measures, subprocessors, breach notice, international transfers and deletion at the end of the relationship.

Where any personal data could be involved in a data license, a DPA or equivalent terms are commonly attached to the main agreement.

Why Data processing agreement matters when licensing company data to AI

Data processing agreement, or DPA, sets the rules for how a processor handles personal data for a controller. It typically covers purpose, security measures, subprocessors, breach notice, international transfers and deletion at the end of the relationship. If personal data could be involved in a data license, a DPA or equivalent terms are commonly attached to the main agreement.

  1. 01Your work records
  2. 02Personal details removed
  3. 03You approve the release
  4. 04Licensed to AI developers
How it works with SourceX: Your work records → Personal details removed → You approve the release → Licensed to AI developers.Illustrative

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