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GDPR Compliance Checklist

Review your GDPR obligations, identify control gaps, prioritize remediation, and generate a clear readiness report. Start the full assessment online or download the XLSX.

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What's Inside

Complete requirement checklist covering all GDPR articles relevant to data controllers and processors
Lawful basis assessment worksheet to document and justify the legal basis for each processing activity
Data subject rights compliance tracker covering access, rectification, erasure, portability, and objection
Data Processing Agreement (DPA) checklist for evaluating contracts with third-party processors
International data transfer assessment for evaluating adequacy decisions, SCCs, and BCRs
Data breach response protocol with notification timeline checklist (72-hour supervisory authority, data subject notification)
Records of Processing Activities (ROPA) template pre-filled with common processing activity categories
DPIA screening checklist to determine when a Data Protection Impact Assessment is required

About This Template

The checklist covers all key GDPR requirements organized into logical categories: Lawful Basis for Processing, Data Subject Rights, Data Protection by Design and Default, Data Processing Agreements, International Data Transfers, Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), Breach Notification Procedures, Records of Processing Activities (ROPA), Data Protection Officer Requirements, and Employee Training. For each requirement, the template provides a clear explanation of what the regulation demands, practical examples of how to comply, a status field to track your current compliance level, and action items for closing identified gaps.

What makes this checklist particularly valuable is its focus on practical implementation rather than legal theory. Instead of quoting GDPR articles verbatim, it explains what each requirement means for your day-to-day operations: how your website forms need to work, what your privacy policy must include, how to handle data subject access requests, what contracts you need with your SaaS vendors, and how to respond if you discover a data breach. For companies operating across multiple EU member states, the checklist also highlights areas where national implementations may add requirements beyond the base GDPR regulation.

Who It's For

Startup founders and CTOs responsible for GDPR compliance at early-stage companiesData Protection Officers (DPOs) conducting compliance reviews or annual assessmentsProduct managers who need to ensure new features comply with data protection requirementsLegal and compliance teams building or updating their organization's GDPR compliance programMarketing teams handling email lists, cookies, and consent management

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this checklist sufficient for full GDPR compliance?
This checklist covers all major GDPR requirements and helps you identify gaps in your current practices. However, GDPR compliance is an ongoing process, not a one-time exercise. The checklist provides a comprehensive starting point and assessment tool, but you may need legal advice for complex processing activities, international transfers, or sector-specific requirements. Use this template to understand your posture and prioritize remediation work.
Does this cover both data controllers and data processors?
Yes. The checklist includes requirements applicable to both data controllers (organizations that determine the purposes and means of processing) and data processors (organizations that process data on behalf of controllers). Sections are clearly labeled so you can focus on the requirements relevant to your role, or cover both if your organization acts in both capacities.
Do I need a Data Protection Officer (DPO)?
The GDPR requires a DPO in three cases: (1) processing is carried out by a public authority, (2) core activities involve regular and systematic monitoring of data subjects on a large scale, or (3) core activities involve large-scale processing of special categories of data. The checklist includes a DPO requirement assessment section to help you determine whether you need one. Even if not legally required, appointing someone to oversee data protection is recommended.
Is this updated for recent GDPR enforcement trends?
Yes. The checklist reflects enforcement priorities and guidance from EU Data Protection Authorities through early 2026, including emphasis on consent management, cookie compliance, international data transfer mechanisms post-Schrems II, and the practical application of Data Protection Impact Assessments.

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