What steps is Webflow taking to ensure that their platform is GDPR compliant for European website owners?

Published on
September 22, 2023

Webflow is committed to ensuring that their platform is GDPR compliant for European website owners. Here are the steps they are taking to ensure compliance:

  1. Data Processing Addendum (DPA): Webflow provides a DPA that outlines the data processing terms and obligations between Webflow and its customers. This DPA is compliant with the requirements of the GDPR and ensures that the data processed on the Webflow platform is done so in a lawful and secure manner.

  2. Privacy Shield: Webflow participates in the EU-US and Swiss-US Privacy Shield Frameworks, which establishes a mechanism to comply with the data protection requirements when transferring personal data from the EU and Switzerland to the US. This ensures that the data of European website owners is adequately protected when stored or processed by Webflow.

  3. User data control and consent: Webflow provides website owners with the tools to collect user consent and manage user data on their websites. This includes options to add cookie consent banners, opt-in forms, and privacy policy pages to ensure proper compliance with GDPR requirements.

  4. Data security measures: Webflow has implemented technical and organizational measures to ensure the security and integrity of the personal data processed on their platform. This includes encryption, access controls, regular security audits, and employee training to maintain a high level of data protection.

  5. Data subject rights: Webflow enables website owners to easily fulfill the data subject rights required by the GDPR, such as the right to access, rectify, and delete personal data. They provide tools to help website owners manage user data requests and respond appropriately within the required timeframes.

  6. Data breach notification: In the event of a data breach, Webflow has procedures in place to promptly notify website owners of any unauthorized access to their data. This allows website owners to take necessary actions to mitigate any potential risks to their users' personal data.

By implementing these measures and providing resources and tools for website owners, Webflow ensures that their platform is GDPR compliant for European website owners.

Additional questions:

  1. How can I add a cookie consent banner to my Webflow website?
  2. Can I transfer personal data from the EU to Webflow's servers in the US?
  3. How does Webflow handle third-party integrations and GDPR compliance?