General Data Protection Regulation for SaaS & Software
GDPR governs the processing of personal data of EU residents. It requires lawful basis for processing, data subject rights, breach notification, and accountability measures.
In force since May 25, 2018
€20M or 4% of global turnover
All sectors processing EU personal data
What GDPR means for SaaS & Software
SaaS & Software organisations operating in the EU must comply with GDPR obligations. Below are the key requirements that apply to your sector.
- Maintain records of processing activities (ROPA)
- Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments
- Appoint a Data Protection Officer (if required)
- Implement data subject rights procedures
- Report breaches within 72 hours
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