For Data Protection Officers
How TrustPDF.eu supports your compliance efforts with 100% local processing
The Compliance-Friendly PDF Solution
As a Data Protection Officer, you need to ensure that all tools used in your organization meet GDPR requirements. TrustPDF.eu processes PDFs 100% locally in the browser – no data transfer, no third-party processing, no compliance headaches.
The Hidden Risks of Cloud PDF Services
Every time an employee uses a cloud-based PDF tool with sensitive documents, they may be creating compliance violations. Customer data, employee records, contracts, and confidential business information could be exposed to third parties – often without proper legal basis.
Why DPOs Recommend Browser-Based Processing
Traditional cloud-based PDF tools pose significant compliance challenges. Here's why local processing is the safer choice:
No Data Transfer to Third Parties
With TrustPDF.eu, files never leave the user's device. There is no upload to external servers, eliminating the need for Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) with additional vendors.
No Third-Country Transfers
Many cloud PDF services are based in the US or other third countries. Using them may require complex Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or Transfer Impact Assessments (TIAs). With local processing, these concerns don't apply.
No Data Retention by Providers
Cloud services often retain uploaded files for varying periods. With browser-based processing, data exists only in the user's RAM during processing and is discarded immediately after.
Simplified Audit Trail
When no data leaves the organization, documenting compliance is straightforward. No need to verify external providers' security measures or certifications.
Legal Framework & Compliance
- Art. 25GDPR Article 25 requires "data protection by design and by default." Local processing is the most privacy-protective approach possible.
- Art. 5Data minimization (Art. 5) is inherent – no copies are created on external servers.
- TOMsTechnical and Organizational Measures (TOMs) are simplified when data never leaves the controlled environment.
Cloud vs. Local Processing
| Cloud-Based Tools | TrustPDF.eu |
|---|---|
✗Files uploaded to servers | ✓Files stay on device |
✗DPA required | ✓No DPA needed |
✗Unknown data retention | ✓No retention (RAM only) |
✗Often US-based | ✓German/EU-based |
✗Complex audit requirements | ✓Simple compliance documentation |
What You Can Tell Your Organization
As DPO, you can confidently recommend TrustPDF.eu because:
- ✓ Zero server-side processing means zero data breach risk from the service
- ✓ No vendor lock-in or dependency on external service availability
- ✓ Works offline – no internet connection required after loading
- ✓ Open-source compatible – code is transparent and verifiable
- ✓ No account or registration required – no personal data collection
- ✓ German development – EU-based company under EU jurisdiction
Implementation Recommendations
- 1Add TrustPDF.eu to your approved tools list
- 2Include in your Records of Processing Activities (RoPA) as "local processing – no data transfer"
- 3Communicate to employees as the preferred PDF tool for sensitive documents
- 4No DPIA required – processing poses no high risk to data subjects
Ready to Simplify Compliance?
TrustPDF.eu offers 80+ PDF tools that work 100% in your browser. No registration, no uploads, no compliance concerns.