Your External Data Protection Officer for UK GDPR
Get expert data protection support, compliance software and ongoing UK GDPR management — without the cost and complexity of an in-house DPO.
- Dedicated data protection expertise
- Direct Expert Support
- Certified Employee Training Included
- From £59/month
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UK GDPR shouldn't slow your business down
Know where your risks are
Identify gaps in your current data protection setup and turn them into clear, prioritised actions.
Keep your documentation organised
Create, manage and maintain the records, policies and processes your organisation needs.
Get expert help when questions arise
Speak directly with qualified privacy professionals instead of trying to interpret every requirement internally.
Keep employees trained
Deliver online data protection training and keep track of completion without manual follow-up.
Be ready when customers ask
Keep your compliance evidence organised so you can respond confidently to customers, partners and procurement teams.
Stay on top of regulatory change
Maintain your compliance programme as UK data protection requirements evolve.
One platform for your UK GDPR programme
Everything you need to manage data protection in one place.
Compliance assessment
Understand your current position with a structured digital assessment that helps identify risks, missing documentation and areas requiring action.
Data protection expertise
Get support from privacy professionals when you need advice on a specific situation.
Policies and documentation
Build and maintain the documentation your organisation needs without starting from a blank page every time.
Audit-proof protection
We help you seamlessly implement all UK GDPR obligations, ensuring your business is perfectly prepared for sudden audits or regulatory inquiries.
Transparent Pricing, no Surprises
The cost many CEOs try to cut, but every CFO insists on.
- External Data Protection Officer mandate
- Free annual audit + report
- Creation of all data protection documents
- Liability
- Everything included in the Starter plan
- Compliance training for employees
- Data protection impact assessments
- Data protection seal
- Everything included in the Professional plan
- Additional expert support
- Whitelabeling
- Higher liability, integrations, and much more
What our customers say
The software helps us document all IT security measures relevant to data protection and review them regularly.
What sets heyData apart is its responsiveness and fast execution.
Thanks to the platform, we can handle onboarding centrally and efficiently.
With heyData, we save time, reduce risks, and actively strengthen our customers' trust.
Start with a free UK GDPR assessment
Speak with one of our team and get a clearer picture of your organisation's current data protection position.
Takes around 30 minutes
Frequently asked questions about external DPOs
Can't find what you're looking for? Our team will get back to you within one business day.
What are the tasks of a data protection officer?
What are the tasks of a data protection officer?
The data protection officer has the following tasks:
- Advising and training controllers, processors, and employees on complying with data protection regulations
- Monitoring compliance with data protection regulations and strategies for protecting personal data, as well as carrying out data protection impact assessments
- Data protection audit of your company
- Cooperation and contact with the data protection authority
- Advising management and business units
- Preparing the mandatory documents
How much does an internal data protection officer cost for my company?
How much does an internal data protection officer cost for my company?
A part-time internal data protection officer invests 20% of their working time in data protection tasks. Depending on the workload, this can cost the company between 5,000 and 15,000 euros per year.
For a full-time position, the same costs apply, but without pro-rated salary calculation. The costs for full-time data protection officers can range between 45,000 and 65,000 euros per year, depending on the company and its tasks. The average investment is 55,000 euros.
How much does an external data protection officer cost?
How much does an external data protection officer cost?
The costs for external data protection officers vary widely and depend on many factors. Lawyers and law firms may charge hourly rates of 250 euros or more, while external data protection officers with a certificate of expertise often earn somewhat less.
It's important to note that an external data protection officer covers many costs themselves, such as further training and work materials, and is generally liable for errors in their advice.
Why should I choose heyData's data protection solution?
Why should I choose heyData's data protection solution?
Our data protection solution offers your company, among other things, support as an external data protection officer, help with creating and reviewing privacy policies, DPAs, ROPAs, TOMs, and other mandatory documents, a comprehensive digital audit, online employee training, and an expert team of lawyers and legal professionals.
Based on your needs, we'll create a tailored offer with no hidden extra fees.
What should you consider when choosing an external data protection officer?
What should you consider when choosing an external data protection officer?
Important criteria include: legal knowledge and experience with the GDPR, industry expertise, being part of a team of experts rather than an individual, strong communication skills, the ability to provide employee training with certification, transparent pricing, and a modern, digital way of working with software and integrations.
When do we need a data protection officer?
When do we need a data protection officer?
In Germany, a DPO generally must be appointed if, as a rule, at least 20 people are permanently engaged in the automated processing of personal data. Independently of this, the obligation can also arise from, among other things, extensive monitoring or the large-scale processing of particularly sensitive data.
