Data Processing Agreement (DPA)

Last updated: 30/11/2025

This Data Processing Agreement (“DPA”) forms part of the Terms of Service between Clerkal Ltd (“Processor”) and the user or Clinic (“Controller”).


1. Subject Matter

Clerkal processes personal data on behalf of the Controller for the purpose of providing clinical template and documentation services.


2. Roles

  • Controller: You (the clinician or Clinic)

  • Processor: Clerkal Ltd


3. Nature of Processing

Processing includes:

  • Storage

  • Encryption

  • Use for AI-assisted generation

  • Display within the Clerkal interface

  • Backup and security logging


4. Type of Data

  • Clinician user data (name, email)

  • Clinical text content

  • Optional patient-related text (not recommended)

Clerkal does not require identifiable patient data.


5. Duration

For the duration of the user’s or Clinic’s active account and up to 90 days after deletion.


6. Obligations of the Processor

Clerkal shall:

  1. Process data only on documented instructions from the Controller.

  2. Ensure staff are subject to confidentiality obligations.

  3. Implement appropriate technical and organisational security measures.

  4. Assist the Controller in responding to data subject rights requests.

  5. Notify the Controller of data breaches within a reasonable timeframe.

  6. Assist with audits related to compliance.

  7. Not subcontract processing without appropriate agreements.


7. Subprocessors

Clerkal uses subprocessors for:

  • Hosting

  • Email delivery

  • Payment processing

A current list will be provided on request.

All subprocessors receive only the minimum data required and must follow GDPR-compliant agreements.


8. International Transfers

Any international transfers will use:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses

  • Adequacy decisions

  • Other lawful safeguards


9. Deletion or Return of Data

Upon termination:

  • Clerkal will delete personal data within 90 days, unless legally required to retain it.

  • Data exports may be requested prior to deletion.


10. Liability

Liability is governed by the overarching Terms of Service.

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