DATA PROCESSING ADDENDUM (DPA)

Note: This DPA applies only if you are a Business Customer or Organization processing personal data on behalf of others.

1. SCOPE

This DPA applies to the processing of Personal Data by BuddyHQ ("Processor") on behalf of the Business Customer ("Controller").

2. PROCESSING INSTRUCTIONS

Processor shall process Data only in accordance with Controller's documented instructions.

3. CONFIDENTIALITY

Processor ensures that all personnel authorized to process Data are committed to confidentiality.

4. SECURITY MEASURES

Processor implements technical safeguards (Encryption, Access Control, MFA) appropriate to the risk.

5. SUB-PROCESSORS

Controller generally authorizes Processor to engage the following categories of sub-processors:

  • Cloud Infrastructure: Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
  • Payment Processing: Stripe
  • AI Service Providers: Reputable third-party providers of Large Language Models (LLMs) and generative AI services.

Processor remains fully liable for sub-processor performance.

6. INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS

Transfers to the US or India are protected via Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).

7. DATA SUBJECT RIGHTS

Processor shall assist Controller (at Controller's expense) in responding to data subject requests (access/delete).