GDPR Article 28 Compliant

Data Processing Agreement

Last updated: October 2025

Effective Date: Upon Customer Acceptance

This Data Processing Agreement (DPA) forms an integral part of the Terms of Service between EsimPanel.io (Processor) and Customer (Controller). This DPA is designed to comply with the requirements of GDPR Article 28, UK GDPR, and Turkish KVKK regulations.

Legal Framework:

  • ✓EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
  • ✓UK GDPR
  • ✓Turkish Personal Data Protection Law (KVKK)
  • ✓Data Protection Act 2018 (UK)

1. Definitions and Interpretation

Data Controller

The Customer operating the white-label eSIM marketplace, responsible for determining the purposes and means of processing personal data.

    Data Processor

    EsimPanel.io, providing secure data storage and platform services without independent use of the data.

      Personal Data

      Any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person processed through the EsimPanel platform.

        Processing

        Any operation performed on personal data, limited strictly to storage, backup, and security operations.

          Sub Processor

          Third-party service providers engaged by EsimPanel to support platform operations.

            Data Subject

            End-users purchasing eSIMs through the Customer's white-label platform.

              Sensitive Data

              Special categories of personal data as defined under GDPR Article 9, explicitly excluded from processing.

                2. Scope and Purpose of Processing

                Authorized Processing Purposes

                • Secure storage of end-user personal data
                • Platform operation and eSIM delivery services
                • Backup and disaster recovery operations
                • Security monitoring and audit logging

                Explicitly Excluded

                • Data selling, renting, or trading
                • Marketing or advertising use
                • Data profiling or commercial analytics
                • Cross-customer data sharing
                • Independent data processing without Controller's instructions

                Processing Limitations

                EsimPanel.io acts solely as a data storage provider, with no independent right to use, analyze, or repurpose the data.

                  3. Data Controller and Processor Obligations

                  Data Controller Obligations

                  • Ensure legal basis for data collection
                  • Manage data subject consent
                  • Provide comprehensive privacy notices
                  • Maintain GDPR/KVKK compliance
                  • Complete VERBİS registration if applicable
                  • Provide clear processing instructions to Processor

                  Data Processor Obligations

                  • Implement and maintain AES-256 encryption for data storage
                  • Enforce strict access controls and authentication mechanisms
                  • Maintain comprehensive audit logging of data access
                  • Conduct annual independent security assessments
                  • Provide immediate breach notification
                  • Comply strictly with Controller's documented instructions

                  4. Nature and Categories of Personal Data

                  Collected Data Categories

                  • Identity Data: Name, email, phone number
                  • Transaction Data: eSIM purchases, payment records
                  • Device Data: IMEI, device type for eSIM activation
                  • Geographic Data: Country, city for eSIM coverage
                  • Authentication Data: Hashed passwords, API tokens

                  Excluded Data Categories

                  • Payment card details (processed via PCI-DSS compliant Stripe)
                  • Sensitive personal data (health, religion, political views)
                  • Children's personal data

                  Data Minimization

                  Only data necessary for eSIM marketplace operation will be collected and stored.

                    5. Sub-processors

                    Current Sub-processors

                    • Amazon Web Services (AWS) - Hosting and secure data storage (EU Data Centers)
                    • Stripe - Payment processing (United States (EU Standard Contractual Clauses applied))
                    • AirAlo - eSIM provisioning (Global)
                    • Maya Mobile - eSIM provisioning (Global)

                    Sub-processor Requirements

                    • GDPR compliance certification mandatory
                    • Individual data processing agreements required
                    • Annual security audit documentation
                    • Breach notification obligations
                    • Customer approval required for new sub-processors

                    Addition Process

                    Customer will receive 30-day notification before adding any new sub-processor

                      6. Security Measures

                      Technical Measures

                      • AES-256 encryption at rest
                      • TLS 1.3 encryption in transit
                      • bcrypt password hashing
                      • Multi-factor authentication
                      • Automatic API token rotation
                      • Advanced firewall and intrusion detection systems

                      Organizational Measures

                      • Role-based access control policies
                      • Comprehensive audit logging
                      • Mandatory employee confidentiality agreements
                      • Regular security awareness training
                      • Formal incident response plan
                      • Annual third-party penetration testing

                      This Data Processing Agreement is a legally binding document. Any modifications must be made in writing and agreed upon by both parties.

                      By using EsimPanel.io services, the Customer acknowledges and accepts the terms of this Data Processing Agreement.

                      Questions About This DPA?

                      For questions about this Data Processing Agreement, contact [email protected]. For data protection inquiries: [email protected]