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Data Processor
Data Management
A company that handles data for someone else.
Definition
A data processor is a company that processes personal data on behalf of a data controller.
In plain English
A company that handles data for someone else.
Why this matters
Why it matters: Processors can see and store sensitive data, so they must follow strong security rules.
Example
Example: A cloud hosting provider stores an app’s user database for the app company.