EU Cloud Code of Conduct
Demonstrate GDPR Compliance Through Cloud Certification
The EU Cloud Code of Conduct (Cloud CoC) is voluntary certification scheme for cloud service providers demonstrating compliance with GDPR and EU data protection requirements. Code of Conduct provides standardized framework enabling cloud providers showcase data protection practices through independent certification. Cloud CoC helps organizations select GDPR-compliant cloud services and demonstrates compliance to regulators and customers. Certification covers data processing agreements, data security, data subject rights, breach notification, international transfers, and ongoing compliance. Certification conducted by accredited monitoring bodies and valid for three years with annual surveillance. At Glocert International, we help cloud providers achieve EU Cloud Code of Conduct certification through gap assessments, compliance implementation, certification preparation, and ongoing monitoring ensuring cloud services meet GDPR requirements and demonstrate data protection excellence.
What is EU Cloud Code of Conduct?
The EU Cloud Code of Conduct is GDPR Article 40 code of conduct providing voluntary certification framework for cloud service providers. Code demonstrates compliance with GDPR requirements through independent third-party assessment and certification. Framework developed by SCOPE Europe (formerly CISPE) and approved by European Data Protection Board (EDPB).
Certification Framework
Cloud CoC certification includes:
- Compliance Assessment: Evaluation against Cloud CoC requirements covering GDPR compliance
- Independent Certification: Third-party assessment by accredited monitoring bodies
- Public Registry: Certified providers listed on Cloud CoC registry
- Ongoing Monitoring: Annual surveillance ensuring continued compliance
- Certification Validity: Three-year certification with annual reviews
Who Can Certify?
Cloud CoC certification available for:
- Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) providers
- Platform as a Service (PaaS) providers
- Software as a Service (SaaS) providers
- Cloud infrastructure providers
- Managed service providers
- Cloud service providers operating in EU
GDPR Compliance
Cloud CoC demonstrates compliance with GDPR requirements including lawful basis for processing, data subject rights (access, rectification, erasure, portability), data protection by design and by default, security of processing, breach notification, data processing agreements, international transfers, and accountability. Certification provides evidence of GDPR compliance to regulators and customers.
Why EU Cloud Code of Conduct Matters
1. GDPR Compliance Demonstration
Cloud CoC certification demonstrates GDPR compliance through independent third-party assessment. Certification provides evidence of compliance to data protection authorities reducing regulatory scrutiny. Certified providers listed on public registry enabling customers verify compliance. Certification demonstrates commitment to data protection building customer trust.
2. Competitive Advantage
Certification differentiates providers from competitors demonstrating data protection excellence. EU customers increasingly require GDPR-compliant cloud services making certification valuable for business development. Public registry enables customers discover certified providers. Certification enhances brand reputation and market position.
3. Customer Trust
Certification builds customer trust through independent validation of data protection practices. Customers can verify compliance through public registry reducing due diligence burden. Certification demonstrates transparency and accountability. Trust enables customer acquisition and retention.
4. Standardized Framework
Cloud CoC provides standardized framework for GDPR compliance reducing complexity. Framework covers all key GDPR requirements in single certification. Standardization enables consistent assessment and certification. Framework recognized by European Data Protection Board providing regulatory acceptance.
5. Risk Reduction
Certification reduces GDPR compliance risks through systematic compliance implementation. Independent assessment identifies compliance gaps before regulatory issues. Ongoing monitoring ensures compliance maintained. Risk reduction protects organizations from GDPR penalties and reputational damage.
Our EU Cloud Code of Conduct Services
Glocert International provides comprehensive Cloud CoC certification services for cloud providers.
Cloud CoC Gap Assessment
Comprehensive evaluation of current data protection practices against Cloud CoC requirements. Assessment reviews GDPR compliance, data processing agreements, security measures, data subject rights processes, breach notification procedures, international transfers, and accountability measures. Identifies gaps and provides prioritized remediation roadmap.
GDPR Compliance Implementation
Implementation support for GDPR requirements including data processing agreements, privacy policies, data subject rights processes, breach notification procedures, data protection impact assessments (DPIAs), records of processing activities, and accountability measures. Ensures comprehensive GDPR compliance meeting Cloud CoC requirements.
Data Security Implementation
Implementation of data security measures required by Cloud CoC including encryption (at rest and in transit), access controls, authentication, network security, vulnerability management, incident response, and security monitoring. Ensures appropriate technical and organizational measures protecting personal data.
Certification Preparation
Preparation for Cloud CoC certification including compliance documentation, evidence collection, self-assessment completion, monitoring body selection, certification application, and assessment coordination. Ensures readiness for certification assessment and successful certification.
Monitoring Body Coordination
Coordination with accredited monitoring bodies for certification assessment including monitoring body selection, assessment preparation, evidence organization, assessment coordination, finding remediation, and certification maintenance. Ensures smooth certification process and successful certification.
Ongoing Compliance Monitoring
Continuous compliance programs maintaining Cloud CoC certification including annual surveillance assessments, compliance monitoring, policy updates, process improvements, incident management, and recertification preparation. Ensures compliance maintained throughout certification lifecycle.
Key Cloud CoC Requirements
Cloud CoC certification requires compliance with following areas:
Data Processing Agreements
GDPR-compliant data processing agreements with customers covering processing purposes, data types, security measures, data subject rights, breach notification, and international transfers. Agreements must meet GDPR Article 28 requirements.
Data Security
Appropriate technical and organizational measures protecting personal data including encryption, access controls, authentication, network security, vulnerability management, and incident response. Security measures proportionate to risks.
Data Subject Rights
Processes for handling data subject rights including access requests, rectification, erasure, data portability, objection, and restriction. Processes must enable timely compliant responses within statutory timeframes.
Breach Notification
Breach detection and notification procedures including breach assessment, customer notification within 72 hours, data protection authority notification (if required), and breach documentation. Procedures must meet GDPR breach notification requirements.
International Transfers
Safeguards for international data transfers including Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), adequacy decisions, binding corporate rules, or other appropriate safeguards. Transfers must meet GDPR Chapter V requirements.
Accountability
Accountability measures including records of processing activities, data protection impact assessments (DPIAs), privacy policies, staff training, and compliance documentation. Demonstrates ongoing GDPR compliance.
Benefits of Cloud CoC Certification:
GDPR Compliance
Demonstrates GDPR compliance through independent third-party certification.
Competitive Advantage
Differentiates providers demonstrating data protection excellence.
Customer Trust
Builds customer trust through independent validation of data protection practices.
Market Access
Enables access to EU customers requiring GDPR-compliant cloud services.
EU Cloud Code of Conduct Services Pricing
Our Cloud CoC services pricing is transparent and based on organization size, service complexity, and current compliance state.
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Contact Us for PricingWhat's Included:
- Cloud CoC gap assessment
- GDPR compliance implementation
- Data security implementation
- Certification preparation
- Monitoring body coordination
- Certification support
- Ongoing compliance monitoring
- Annual surveillance support
Note: Pricing varies based on organization size, cloud service complexity, current GDPR compliance state, number of services, and ongoing monitoring requirements. Contact us for detailed quote.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Find answers to common questions about EU Cloud Code of Conduct:
EU Cloud Code of Conduct (Cloud CoC) is voluntary GDPR Article 40 code of conduct providing certification framework for cloud service providers. Code demonstrates compliance with GDPR requirements through independent third-party assessment and certification. Framework developed by SCOPE Europe (formerly CISPE) and approved by European Data Protection Board (EDPB). Certification covers data processing agreements, data security, data subject rights, breach notification, international transfers, and accountability. Certification conducted by accredited monitoring bodies and valid for three years with annual surveillance. Certified providers listed on public Cloud CoC registry enabling customers verify compliance.
Cloud CoC certification available for cloud service providers including Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) providers, Platform as a Service (PaaS) providers, Software as a Service (SaaS) providers, cloud infrastructure providers, managed service providers, and cloud service providers operating in EU. Certification demonstrates GDPR compliance for cloud services processing personal data. Providers must meet Cloud CoC requirements covering GDPR compliance, data security, data subject rights, breach notification, international transfers, and accountability. Certification applicable to providers of all sizes from startups to large enterprises.
Benefits include: GDPR Compliance Demonstration - Independent third-party certification demonstrates GDPR compliance to regulators and customers, Competitive Advantage - Differentiates providers from competitors demonstrating data protection excellence, Customer Trust - Builds customer trust through independent validation of data protection practices, Market Access - Enables access to EU customers requiring GDPR-compliant cloud services, Public Registry - Certified providers listed on Cloud CoC registry enabling customers discover and verify compliance, Risk Reduction - Reduces GDPR compliance risks through systematic compliance implementation, Standardized Framework - Provides standardized framework for GDPR compliance reducing complexity. Certification enhances brand reputation and market position.
Certification timeline varies: Gap assessment (2-4 weeks), Compliance implementation (3-12 months depending on gaps), Certification preparation (1-2 months), Monitoring body assessment (1-2 months), Certification (typically 1-2 months after assessment). Total timeline typically 6-18 months from start to certification. Factors affecting timeline: current GDPR compliance state, organization size, cloud service complexity, number of services, resource availability, monitoring body availability. Organizations with existing GDPR compliance can achieve certification faster. Certification valid for three years with annual surveillance assessments.
Monitoring body is accredited organization authorized to conduct Cloud CoC certification assessments. Monitoring bodies accredited by SCOPE Europe and approved by European Data Protection Board. Monitoring bodies conduct independent assessments evaluating compliance with Cloud CoC requirements. Assessment includes: Review of compliance documentation, Evaluation of data protection practices, Testing of data subject rights processes, Verification of security measures, Validation of breach notification procedures, Assessment of international transfer safeguards, Evaluation of accountability measures. Monitoring body produces assessment report and certification decision. Annual surveillance assessments required to maintain certification.
Glocert provides: Cloud CoC gap assessment evaluating current state against requirements, GDPR compliance implementation ensuring comprehensive GDPR compliance, Data security implementation implementing required security measures, Certification preparation preparing for certification assessment, Monitoring body coordination managing certification process, Certification support facilitating successful certification, Ongoing compliance monitoring maintaining certification, Annual surveillance support preparing for surveillance assessments. Expertise in EU Cloud Code of Conduct, GDPR compliance, cloud data protection, and certification processes. Experience helping cloud providers achieve Cloud CoC certification. Proven track record of successful certifications and GDPR compliance.
Why Choose Glocert for EU Cloud Code of Conduct?
GDPR and Cloud Expertise
Glocert specializes in EU Cloud Code of Conduct certification with deep expertise in Cloud CoC framework and requirements, GDPR compliance and implementation, cloud data protection practices, data subject rights processes, breach notification procedures, and certification processes. We understand EU expectations helping cloud providers achieve practical compliance meeting certification requirements while supporting business operations.
Proven Cloud CoC Experience
We've successfully helped cloud providers achieve EU Cloud Code of Conduct certification including IaaS providers, PaaS providers, SaaS providers, cloud infrastructure providers, and managed service providers. Experience demonstrates ability to deliver comprehensive Cloud CoC compliance meeting certification requirements and enabling GDPR compliance demonstration.
Related Services
Cloud providers requiring Cloud CoC certification often need complementary services. Glocert also provides GDPR compliance (foundation for Cloud CoC), CSA STAR certification, ISO 27001 certification, and data protection consulting. We coordinate multiple engagements providing integrated cloud data protection governance addressing Cloud CoC alongside other requirements.
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