A single data leak can kill your business. It may sound like a horror story, but it’s true. Even advanced safety tools are helpless if you don’t take data protection seriously. Let’s see why it happens at all. Imagine your company is working on a new AI project. You need to move fast and hire a vendor for data annotation. Everything works well, but a few weeks after you complete the project, a real bomb explodes. You suddenly learn that all personal patient records have been breached. The data leaked because the vendor didn’t restrict data access. Now, you will face fines and a damaged reputation.
Tinkogroup understands the risks of data leaks and breaches. GDPR violations cost businesses €1.6 billion in 2023 alone. It’s a serious financial harm. However, real damage is even worse, as it’s your reputation and even a potential loss of business.
We are a GDPR-compliant data company and offer a secure space for your data. Discover how we make all our processes safe.
What You Must Know About GDPR
In 2018, the European Union introduced the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and it changed the rules for data privacy. This didn’t happen by chance — tech companies had grown rapidly, and personal data began crossing borders without user control. So, GDPR was a solution to protect people’s privacy and give them control over how their personal data was collected, used, and shared, especially online.
Many companies mistakenly believe that this regulation only applies to those based in Europe. But GDPR doesn’t care where you are headquartered. It cares about whose data you’re processing. If even one EU citizen’s personal data flows through your systems, you’re in.
And this applies even if you’re outsourcing the work. You must comply with GDPR if:
- Your annotation team is labeling images, and some include European faces.
- Your sales team builds a lead list with emails from EU contacts.
- Your customer support is handling tickets from European clients.
- Your BPO partner is processing form submissions from users in Germany or France.
GDPR applies to any project that uses EU data, no matter who’s doing the work or where. The cost of getting it wrong is impressive. If you mishandle EU personal data, get ready for fines up to €20 million or 4% of your global annual revenue, whichever is higher. We are talking about a €40 million penalty for a billion-dollar company. These aren’t empty threats. Regulators have already issued over € 1 billion in fines for GDPR violations across various industries. And the consequences go beyond money. Mishandled data can block product launches, break customer trust, and seriously damage your brand.
What GDPR Requires from BPO and Data Providers
If you think that it’s enough to have a nice privacy policy on your website to be GDPR compliant, you are wrong. You must have strong systems that control every stage of the data lifecycle. Here’s what that looks like in a GDPR-compliant data company:
Strict access controls
Only those who truly need access to personal data should be able to view it. You must use role-based permissions, secure logins, and check access regularly. For example, your annotation team handling medical data shouldn’t be able to see marketing research files — and vice versa.
Secure infrastructure and encryption
Personal data needs to be protected at all times, whether it’s being sent or stored. You must use strong encryption, store it in secure data centers, and regularly check for security issues. It’s not enough to simply save it in the cloud without proper protection.
Clear data retention and deletion policies
Companies need to have a fixed period during which they keep personal data and delete it safely when it’s no longer needed. Keeping data “just in case” forever isn’t allowed under GDPR.
Signed Data Processing Agreements (DPAs)
This legal contract defines how data is handled and who’s responsible for what. This document is not optional – it’s a legal must-have, and regulators do check for it.
Transparency and user rights
Everyone has the right to know what data you have about them, how you’re using it, and who you’re sharing it with. They can also set limits on data usage or ask for complete deletion of their data.
How Tinkogroup Ensures GDPR Compliance
At Tinkogroup, we understand that data protection isn’t an afterthought. We don’t view GDPR as a regulatory burden, but rather as an opportunity to stand out in a crowded market. Here’s a closer look at how we keep your data safe, private, and fully aligned with GDPR:
Only the right people see your data. Not everyone at Tinkogroup can see your data. We use role-based access control. It means only those team members who truly need access to your data for a specific project can get it. Everyone else is locked out. This approach reduces risks of data leaks.
We respect DPA
We are always ready to sign a Data Processing Agreement (DPA). This document outlines the responsibilities of both parties and details how we use your data. We’re ready to sign and customize a DPA for every client.
Your data stays yours
We use your data only for the project we agreed on, and nothing else. We never resell, repurpose, or cross-use your data for other clients. This is our firm standard. Your data always remains only yours.
Clear deletion protocols
We delete or return your data when you request it. No personal data is left in backups, shared drives, or forgotten storage. If you want it deleted, we will delete it. If you want it back, we deliver it securely.
A trained team
Strong privacy starts with people. So, every member of our team goes through continuous training on data privacy, confidentiality, and GDPR requirements.
EU-based hosting options
Some companies are required to store data within the EU. Tinkogroup offers EU-based hosting and infrastructure. We meet your compliance needs.
Audit trails and logs
We provide access to detailed audit logs that track all key interactions with your data. This gives you full visibility into our processes. You can be assured that nothing is happening behind the scenes.
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Tinkogroup Is a GDPR-Compliant Data Company for All Our Services
At Tinkogroup, we provide fully compliant, privacy-focused services across all of our offerings. Here’s what you can expect when working with us:
GDPR compliant BPO company
We have strict data protection standards for business process outsourcing services. These include role-based access, secure infrastructure, and clear workflows. Whatever industry we work in, all data is handled responsibly.
GDPR compliant email list building company
We only collect leads from legal, public sources. We never use scraped or shady databases. When needed, we verify consent and check that data is accurate and allowed under GDPR.
GDPR compliant internet research company
Our research team collects data strictly within defined project scopes, using only publicly available information. We never collect or process personal data unless it’s fully allowed under the law.
GDPR compliant data entry company
We protect your data with secure systems, restricted access, and full audit trails. Your datasets can be anonymized if you have such internal privacy standards.
GDPR compliant data annotation company
We specialize in data annotation for sensitive use cases, including healthcare, insurance, and biometrics. Strict safety protocols guarantee the highest level of protection.
Why Partnering with a GDPR-Compliant Data Company
When you choose a GDPR-compliant data company like Tinkogroup, you make your life easier, your data well-protected, and your business safer. Here’s how:
Less legal hassle
Compliance reviews can slow down even the most exciting projects. But when your data partner already meets GDPR standards, things move much faster. We’ve got it all documented and ready for your legal team. It means quicker green lights.
Lower risk
No one wants to deal with data breaches, regulatory fines, or public complaints. And you won’t have to. We reduce your risk and give you peace of mind. You will avoid surprise fines or unexpected audits with Tinkogroup.
More reliable data
Whether you’re building an AI model, compiling sales leads, or running research, clean, compliant data makes all the difference. When you don’t have to worry about the source or legality of the data, you can focus fully on what you’re trying to achieve.
Stronger trust
When you show that you take data privacy seriously, clients, customers, partners, and even investors notice it. You build your reputation as a reliable business. And in today’s world, that kind of trust is priceless.
Ready for GDPR-Compliant Collaboration?
If you need a reliable partner who takes data privacy as seriously as you do, it’s Tinkogroup. We help businesses stay fast and flexible without compliance worries. If you need data annotation, internet research, email list building, or BPO services, Tinkogroup is ready to help, meeting GDPR standards.
- We’re happy to sign a Data Processing Agreement (DPA)
- We can start with a small test project using anonymized or limited data
- We’re ready to provide security and compliance documentation on request
Don’t rely on luck when it comes to data privacy – let us help your team move forward with confidence.
Contact us to learn how your business can benefit from working with a GDPR-compliant data company.
FAQ
GDPR – who must follow it?
GDPR is an EU data privacy law that allows people to control their personal information. Any company that uses data from EU citizens must follow it. The regulation applies even to businesses outside Europe. If you work with EU data, you need to follow GDPR.
What counts as personal data under GDPR?
These are not only names or emails. Personal data means anything that can identify a person. These are IP addresses, phone numbers, photos or even job titles. Basically, if the data can be traced back to a person, this is considered to be personal data.
What happens if a company breaks GDPR rules?
The consequences can be serious. Regulators can issue huge fines that make €20 million or 4% of your global revenue. But beyond the money, there’s real damage to your reputation and trust with clients. GDPR isn’t something you can ignore.
