Data Processing Agreement

Data Processing Agreement

This Data Processing Agreement (DPA) governs the processing of personal data by Better Desk as processor on behalf of your organization as data controller, in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Version 1.0 - February 22, 2026
GDPR compliant
Standard clauses
EU data processing
Article 1

Definitions

In this data processing agreement, the following terms are defined:

GDPR

The General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679.

Personal Data

Any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person.

Processing

Any operation relating to personal data, such as collection, recording, organization, storage, modification, retrieval, consultation, use, disclosure, or destruction.

Data Controller

The Customer who determines the purposes and means of the processing of personal data.

Processor

Better Desk B.V., which processes personal data on behalf of the Data Controller.

Data Subject

The natural person to whom the personal data relates.

Sub-processor

A third party engaged by the Processor for the processing of personal data.

Data Breach

A breach of security leading to the destruction, loss, alteration, or unauthorized access to personal data.

Article 2

Subject and Duration

2.1 Subject

This data processing agreement relates to the processing of personal data by Better Desk in the context of providing the Better Desk application for IT asset management, document generation, and digital signatures.

2.2 Nature of Processing

The processing includes storing, consulting, modifying, and deleting personal data for the purpose of asset tracking, document generation, signing, and user management.

2.3 Purpose of Processing

Processing takes place exclusively for the purpose of performing the services as described in the main agreement and the General Terms and Conditions.

2.4 Duration

This agreement is effective for as long as the main agreement is in effect. After termination, the provisions regarding confidentiality and data deletion remain applicable.

Article 3

Types of Personal Data

The following categories of personal data may be processed:

Identification data

Name, email address, job title, department

Account data

Username, profile photo, authentication tokens

Organization data

Organization name, location, departments

Asset-related data

Asset assignments, transfer history

Document data

Generated documents, signatures

Technical data

IP addresses, device IDs, browser type

Location data

GPS coordinates during signing (with consent)

Audit logs

User actions, timestamps, changes

Note: Better Desk does not process special categories of personal data (such as medical data, religion, or criminal records) unless expressly agreed upon with additional security measures.

Article 4

Categories of Data Subjects

The personal data relates to the following categories of data subjects:

  • Employees of the Controller

    Users who have access to Better Desk within the organization

  • IT Administrators

    Administrators who configure and manage the Better Desk environment

  • Asset Recipients

    Persons to whom IT equipment is transferred

  • Signatories

    Persons who digitally sign documents

  • Contact Persons

    Persons mentioned in documents or transfers

Article 5

Obligations of the Processor

Better Desk commits to the following obligations:

1
Process personal data solely based on written instructions from the Controller
2
Ensure that persons authorized to process personal data are bound by confidentiality
3
Take appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure an adequate level of security
4
Assist the Controller in fulfilling obligations regarding data subject requests
5
Assist the Controller in carrying out data protection impact assessments where necessary
6
Upon termination of processing services, delete or return all personal data, at the Controller's choice
7
Make available all information necessary to demonstrate compliance with these obligations
8
Allow and contribute to audits and inspections conducted by or on behalf of the Controller
Article 6

Obligations of the Controller

The Controller guarantees that:

  • The processing of personal data is based on a valid legal basis
  • Data subjects have been adequately informed about the processing of their data
  • Instructions to the Processor comply with the GDPR
  • Adequate security measures are taken on the organization's side
  • Employees have been instructed on the safe use of the application
Article 7

Sub-processors

7.1 Consent

The Controller hereby grants general consent to Better Desk to engage sub-processors for the processing of personal data.

7.2 Conditions

Better Desk ensures that sub-processors are bound by the same or stricter obligations as set out in this agreement.

7.3 Current List

A current list of sub-processors is available on our website. Changes are announced at least 30 days in advance.

View sub-processors

7.4 Objection

The Controller may object to a new sub-processor within 14 days of notification. In case of a justified objection, Better Desk will not engage the sub-processor or will provide an alternative solution.

Article 8

Security Measures

Better Desk has implemented the following technical and organizational measures:

Encryption

  • TLS 1.3 for data in transit
  • AES-256 for data at rest
  • Encrypted backups

Access Control

  • OAuth 2.0 authentication
  • Role-based access control
  • Multi-factor authentication

Infrastructure

  • ISO 27001 certified data centers
  • Firewall and DDoS protection
  • Physical access security

Monitoring

  • 24/7 system monitoring
  • Automatic error detection
  • Audit logging

Personnel

  • Non-disclosure agreements
  • Security awareness training
  • Restricted access on a need-to-know basis

Continuity

  • Daily backups
  • Disaster recovery plan
  • 99.9% uptime SLA
Article 9

Data Breach Notification

9.1 Notification Period

Better Desk will notify the Controller of a data breach without undue delay and, where possible, within 24 hours of discovery.

9.2 Notification Content

The notification shall contain at minimum:

  • Nature of the data breach and affected categories of data
  • Estimated number of data subjects and data records affected
  • Contact details for further information
  • Description of likely consequences
  • Description of measures taken or proposed

9.3 Assistance

Better Desk shall provide all reasonable cooperation to the Controller in investigating the data breach and any notifications to the supervisory authority or data subjects.

Article 10

Data Subject Rights

Better Desk supports the Controller in handling data subject requests regarding:

Right of access
Right to rectification
Right to erasure
Right to restriction of processing
Right to data portability
Right to object

Better Desk shall promptly inform the Controller of any requests received and shall cooperate in handling them within the statutory timeframes.

Article 11

Audit and Inspection

11.1 Audit Right

The Controller has the right to conduct or have audits conducted to verify compliance with this agreement.

11.2 Conditions

  • Audits must be announced at least 30 days in advance
  • Audits take place during normal business hours
  • The auditor is bound by confidentiality
  • Audit costs are borne by the Controller

11.3 Certifications

Better Desk may provide certifications or audit reports from external parties as an alternative to or supplement to an audit.

Article 12

Termination and Data Deletion

12.1 Export Option

For 30 days after termination of the agreement, the Controller has the option to export all personal data in a common, machine-readable format.

12.2 Deletion

After the export period, all personal data will be permanently deleted, including all copies and backups, unless statutory retention periods require otherwise.

12.3 Confirmation

Upon request, Better Desk shall provide written confirmation of the deletion of all personal data.

Article 13

Liability

13.1 Own Liability

Each party is liable for damages resulting from its own actions or omissions in violation of the GDPR or this agreement.

13.2 Limitation

The liability of Better Desk is limited in accordance with the provisions of the General Terms and Conditions, unless there is intent or gross negligence.

13.3 Indemnification

The parties indemnify each other against claims from third parties (including data subjects and supervisory authorities) arising from a breach of the GDPR by the other party.

Article 14

Contact and Final Provisions

14.1 Contact Person

For questions about this data processing agreement or data protection:

Better Desk B.V.Privacy Officerprivacy@better-desk.app

14.2 Applicable Law

This agreement is governed by Dutch law. Disputes shall be submitted to the competent court in the district where Better Desk is established.

14.3 Amendments

Amendments to this agreement are only valid if agreed in writing. Better Desk may unilaterally amend this agreement if necessary for compliance with changed legislation, with 30 days prior notice.

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