Legal translation and data protection: an unavoidable challenge
In the professional world, where more and more legal documents are being translated automatically, the question of compliance with RGPD compliance becomes central. RGPD legal translation is not just a matter of using a standard tool. It requires a secure solution that respects European law and is adapted to the specificities of the legal sector.
Lexaa translation engine designed for legal professionals, meets these requirements thanks to a strict framework for the protection of personal data and an infrastructure designed to guarantee confidentiality and compliance.
What are the RGPD requirements for translation?
The RGPD imposes specific obligations on any processing of personal data, including in the context of a translation of legal documents:
- Purpose limitation and data minimization
- Consent or contractual necessity as a legal basis
- Security of processing and confidentiality of information
- Rights of data subjects (access, rectification, deletion)
- No transfer outside the EU without appropriate safeguards
An RGPD-compliant translation solution must integrate these requirements at every level of its operation.
The RGPD specifies in its article 5 that personal data must be "processed lawfully, fairly and transparently" and "collected for specified, explicit and legitimate purposes". The same article also imposes a time limit on retention, as well as a principle of enhanced security.
The CNIL stresses the importance of encryption, minimization of processed data and total control by the data controller. These fundamental principles are directly reflected in the way Lexa has been designed: hosting in the European Union, end-to-end encryption, no re-use of data, and a compliant subcontracting agreement (DPA).
RGPD legal translation: what types of data are involved?
Lexa processes legal documents often containing :
- Contracts, judgments, articles of association, notarial deeds
- HR, banking or commercial information
- Sensitive or confidential data (names, addresses, specific clauses, customer data)
Lexa then acts as a processor within the meaning of the RGPD: it is up to its customers to define the purposes, and for Lexa to guarantee the compliance of the processing.
Lexa's RGPD guarantees
Certified European hosting
Data is hosted exclusively in the European Union, in ISO 27001-certified datacenters. No data is transferred outside the EU.
End-to-end encryption
Lexa applies AES-256 encryption encryption for documents, both in transit and at rest, guaranteeing confidentiality of machine translations.
No conservation by default
Unless history is activated, no document is retained once the translation has been delivered. This protects sensitive data from reuse or leakage.
Compliant subcontracting agreement (DPA)
Lexa offers a clear Data Processing Agreement (DPA), compliant with RGPD requirements, framing data processing, responsibilities and security.
Controlled and logged access
Documents can only be accessed by authorized users, via a secure authentication system. Each access is logged to ensure traceability.
Data not used for AI training
Unlike some generalist platforms, Lexa never uses processed content for machine-learning purposes.
Why RGPD compliance is crucial for legal professionals?
For a law firm, notary's office or legal department, failure to comply with the RGPD can have serious consequences:
- Legal risks (fines, complaints)
- Loss of customers or tenders
- Damage to reputation
- Breach of confidentiality
Choosing a secure legal translation solution hosted in Europe is therefore essential.
Case studies: how Lexa secures legal translation on a daily basis
- A legal department translates an HR policy containing personal information: no retention, total traceability.
- An international arbitration law firm uses Lexa for its confidential multilingual documents: 100% EU hosting and active DPA.
- A notary translates inheritance deeds: the data is not stored and remains encrypted.
Conclusion: opt for an RGPD legal translation with Lexa
Lexa stands out for an approach designed for RGPD compliance, without compromising on performance. Thanks to its European hosting, encryption, DPA contract and lack of data retention, it's an ideal solution for legal professionals.
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