How to Find Power BI Data Protection Addendum and 2021 Contractual Clauses
Question details
Users need to locate the Microsoft Data Protection Addendum (DPA) and the 2021 Standard Contractual Clauses for Power BI, and determine if a separate signature is required.
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- Power BI
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- Scenario
- Verifying data compliance and accessing relevant legal documentation for Microsoft Power BI.
- Observed behavior
- Customers are unsure where to find the 2021 Standard Contractual Clauses and whether the DPA requires a separate signature.
Ensure you have the credentials for your Microsoft administrative account, as verifying licensing terms may require you to access the Microsoft Volume Licensing Service Center.
Access the Microsoft Data Protection Addendum via Licensing Documentation
Locate and download the official DPA documentation directly from the Microsoft Licensing website.
The Microsoft Data Protection Addendum (DPA) typically applies to purchased Microsoft subscriptions under the applicable licensing terms. For most standard online services like Power BI, these terms are accepted upon purchase and do not require a separate physical signature.
Open your web browser and go to the official Microsoft Licensing documentation website.
Use the search bar or browse the document repository for 'Microsoft Products and Services Data Protection Addendum'.
Set the year filter to 2021 to locate the specific Standard Contractual Clauses associated with that year.
Click the document link to download the PDF and review the specific contractual clauses governing your Power BI subscription.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Microsoft Data Protection Addendum require a separate signature for Power BI?
Typically, no. The DPA automatically applies to purchased Microsoft subscriptions under the applicable volume licensing agreements or online service terms, and does not require a separate physical signature.
Where can I find older versions of the Data Protection Addendum?
You can access past, present, and preview versions of the DPA by visiting the Microsoft Licensing Resources website and adjusting the publication date filter to your desired year.
Do these contractual clauses apply to the free version of Power BI?
The Microsoft Data Protection Addendum specifically governs enterprise subscriptions and online services purchased through commercial agreements. It generally does not cover free consumer accounts.
