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Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
Law
Pre-approved contract clauses used to support cross-border transfers under certain regimes.
Definition
SCCs are standardized contractual terms (notably under the EU framework) that impose obligations on exporters and importers of personal data to help ensure protections during international transfers.
In plain English
Pre-approved contract clauses used to support cross-border transfers under certain regimes.
Why this matters
Why it matters: Contracts alone may not remove risk; organizations must also assess laws and apply supplementary measures.
Example
Example: Using SCCs plus encryption and strict access controls for transfers to external processors.