Get a Data Processing Agreement, quick and stress-free.
Data Processing Agreement
Get a Data Processing Agreement, quick and stress-free.
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A Data Processing Agreement is a legally binding agreement between a data controller and data processor. It governs the use and exchange of data in compliance with the Privacy Act 1988.
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A Data Processing Agreement (DPA) is a legally binding contract between a data controller (the entity collecting and managing personal data) and a data processor (the entity handling data on behalf of the controller). It outlines how personal data will be processed, stored, and protected, ensuring compliance with Australian privacy laws.
In Australia, organisations that collect personal information and engage third parties to process this data (such as for storage, analytics, or customer support) are responsible for ensuring that data is handled securely and legally. A DPA formalises this relationship, helping organisations comply with the Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), which require protections around the collection, storage, and transfer of personal data.
The main purpose of a DPA is to establish clear terms for data processing activities, ensuring that both the controller and processor are aligned on responsibilities for protecting individual privacy and data security.
A Data Processing Agreement (DPA) and a Privacy Policy serve distinct, but complementary, purposes in data protection and privacy management:
In short, a DPA is an internal contract governing the data processing relationship between a controller and processor, while a Privacy Policy is a public document that informs individuals about the organisation’s data handling practices. Both play crucial roles in privacy compliance, but they serve different audiences and purposes.
In Australia, having a Data Processing Agreement (DPA) is essential for any business that collects, manages, or shares personal data with third-party providers. Here’s why it’s so important:
In summary, a DPA is crucial for compliance, transparency, and risk management. It provides a clear framework for data handling, helping your business meet legal obligations and protect sensitive information shared with third parties.
A Data Processing Agreement (DPA) typically includes several essential elements to ensure that personal data is handled securely, responsibly, and in compliance with data protection laws. Here are the key components commonly found in a DPA:
Each of these elements helps establish a comprehensive framework for secure, compliant data processing. A well-drafted DPA ensures both parties understand their roles and responsibilities, minimises legal risks, and protects the privacy of individuals whose data is being processed.
Our package starts from $700 + GST and includes drafting a Data Processing Agreement in accordance with your business’ requirements, phone consultations with a Sprintlaw lawyer who can advise you on the relevant legal issues and a complimentary amendment to the final draft we provide you.
As an online law firm, we eliminate the headaches of paying us by the hour and finding time to meet with a lawyer in person. We communicate via phone, email and cloud conferencing — whichever suits you! We know you’re busy, so we’re only a click away.
You’ll be guided through this process by our expert lawyers, who are Australian-qualified and were trained at leading law firms. They left the traditional corporate law sphere to help us make legal services better. Our lawyers specialise in technology, intellectual property, contract drafting, corporate and commercial law.
Our law firm operates completely online, which means we can help you wherever you are in Australia. We work at The Commons Central – a cool co-working space in Chippendale, Sydney – but our lawyers often work flexibly across various locations.
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1 / Get a free quote
Our legally trained consultants will prepare a fixed-fee quote for you.
2 / Accept online
Accept your fixed-fee quote and e-sign our engagement letter.
3 / Speak with a lawyer
Our expert lawyers will talk you through your project via phone, video call or whatever suits!
That's it!
Receive your completed project, usually within 5 - 10 working days.
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