For customers whose use of Slack involves processing personal data under GDPR or similar laws, Slack offers a Data Processing Addendum that must be separately executed to govern that data processing.
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The incorporation of a DPA addresses regulatory requirements under data protection regimes such as GDPR and similar frameworks that require explicit contractual terms governing the processing of personal data. This establishes the legal framework for how customer data and end-user data are handled throughout the service relationship.
EU and UK organizations in particular should confirm a DPA is in place with Slack to ensure lawful processing of employee and customer personal data on the platform.
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GDPR Article 28 mandates a binding controller-processor agreement for any third-party processing of personal data; the DPA incorporation by reference in the MSA requires affirmative execution and should be a mandatory step in procurement for any organization subject to GDPR, UK GDPR, or CCPA.
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The incorporation of a DPA addresses regulatory requirements under data protection regimes such as GDPR and similar frameworks that require explicit contractual terms governing the processing of personal data. This establishes the legal framework for how customer data and end-user data are handled throughout the service relationship.
EU and UK organizations in particular should confirm a DPA is in place with Slack to ensure lawful processing of employee and customer personal data on the platform.
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