Standard Contractual Clauses
A set of model clauses approved by the European Commission to facilitate international data transfers while ensuring adequate protection.
Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) are used to provide a mechanism for the transfer of personal data from the European Economic Area (EEA) to countries outside the EEA.
They are legally binding and must be incorporated into contracts to ensure that the data importer commits to protecting the data in line with European data protection laws.
SCCs are a critical component of international data transfers under the GDPR framework, ensuring compliance with data protection requirements.
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