Data controllers and data processors: what the difference is …

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data controllers and data processors 20140506 Version: ICO lo Introduction ........................................ ..................................... 3 Overview ........................................ ........................................ . 3 Section 1 - What is the difference between a data controller and a data processor ? ........................................ ................................ 4 What the DPA says ........................................ ........................... 4 Processing required by law ........................................ ................ 5 Why is it important to distinguish between data controllers and data processors? ........................................ ..................................... 6 How do you determine whether an organisation is a data controller or a data processor ?

6. In data protection terms, these organisations must act as either data controllers or data processors. 7. This guidance will explain the difference between a data controller and a data processor, what their roles and responsibilities are and the governance issues that have to be addressed to ensure data protection compliance. Overview

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