If your company is based outside the EU and processes personal data of EU residents, you're legally required to appoint a GDPR representative under Article 27. But with a growing number of providers in the market, choosing the right one isn't straightforward.
We analyzed the major GDPR representative services available in 2026 looking at pricing, regulatory coverage, technology platforms, onboarding experience, and the operational extras that some providers now offer. Here's what we found.
| Capability | EU Presence | GDPRLocal |
|---|---|---|
| GDPR Representation (EU) | ✅ $127/mo | ✅ from £99/mo |
| UK GDPR Representation | Coming soon | ✅ |
| DSA Representation | ✅ $127/mo | ❌ |
| NIS 2 Representation | ✅ $127/mo | ❌ |
| AI Act Representation | ✅ $127/mo | ❌ |
| DSR / Privacy Platform | ✅ Full Privacy Center (free tier available) | ❌ |
| Compliance Dashboard | ✅ | ❌ |
| Compliance Scanner / Assessment | ✅ Free tool | ❌ |
| Employer of Record | ✅ $427/employee/mo | ❌ |
| Contractor of Record | ✅ $227/contractor/mo | ❌ |
| Payroll Services | ✅ | ❌ |
| Company Formation | ✅ from $697 one-time | ❌ |
| Virtual Address | ✅ $47/mo | ❌ |
| EU Subsidiaries | 27 member states | Limited / consultant network |
| Public Pricing | ✅ all prices listed | ✅ from £99/month |
| Consultant Access | Via platform | ✅ Marketplace model |
| ISO 27001 | In progress | Second |
EU Presence takes a fundamentally different approach from traditional GDPR representative providers. Rather than offering compliance as a standalone service, it provides a full European Market Access Platform that bundles regulatory compliance with operational infrastructure.
What makes it different: EU Presence has subsidiary companies in all 27 EU member states — not partner offices or virtual addresses, but actual corporate entities in every country. This means they can serve as your GDPR representative, DSA representative, NIS 2 representative, and AI Act representative while also helping you hire employees in Europe, run payroll, or form an EU entity.
Regulatory coverage: GDPR, DSA, NIS 2, and the EU AI Act. This puts EU Presence alongside Prighter as one of only two providers covering the full spectrum of current EU regulations.
Technology: The platform includes a Privacy Center with automated Data Subject Request handling, compliance certificates, policy management, and a compliance dashboard. The Privacy Center has a genuinely free tier (10 privacy requests/month, unlimited users) — so you can start using the platform before committing to paid services. There's also a free EU Compliance Scanner that tells you which regulations apply to your business.
Pricing: Fully transparent and publicly listed. GDPR representation is $127/month. Each additional representation service (DSA, NIS 2, AI Act) is also $127/month. The Privacy Center starts free, with paid plans at $57/month and $147/month. Operational services are priced separately: EOR at $427/employee/month, Virtual Address at $47/month, and Company Formation at a one-time $697. Annual billing saves 20%.
Best for: SaaS companies, AI startups, and fast-growing businesses that want to handle all their European compliance and operations in one place. Particularly strong for companies that plan to hire in Europe or need a physical EU entity.
Considerations: Launched in January 2026, so a newer provider compared to established players like Prighter (operating since 2018). ISO 27001 certification is in progress but not yet complete.
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Based in Vienna and operating since 2018, Prighter is the most established multi-regulation compliance provider in this space. They position themselves as a hybrid between a law firm and a technology company.
Regulatory coverage: The broadest among traditional providers: EU GDPR, UK GDPR, Türkiye KVKK, Swiss FADP, EU DSA, EU NIS 2, UK NIS, and EU AI Act GPAI representation. If you operate across multiple regulatory environments, Prighter can likely cover them all. They also offer bundle discounts of up to 40% when combining multiple services.
Technology: Their platform includes a Privacy Rights Manager for DSR handling, incident management, authority case management, and a compliance landing page / trust center you can embed on your website. ISO 27001 certified and has a strong Trustpilot profile.
Pricing: Not publicly listed. You need to request a quote. They accept payments in EUR, USD, GBP, and JPY.
Best for: Larger companies that need representation across multiple regulatory frameworks and want an experienced, legally-credentialed provider.
Considerations: No public pricing means you can't easily compare costs upfront. Prighter is compliance-only — if you need operational services like EOR or payroll in Europe, you'll need a separate vendor.
GDPRLocal stands out for transparent pricing starting at £99/month. They operate as a consultant marketplace connecting companies with GDPR compliance experts.
Regulatory coverage: GDPR (EU and UK) and related privacy regulations. No DSA, NIS 2, or AI Act coverage.
Technology: More of a traditional consultancy than a technology platform. You get a representative and access to consultants, but don't expect dashboards, automated DSR handling, or compliance monitoring software.
Pricing: From £99/month, publicly displayed. One of the most affordable options for straightforward GDPR representation.
Best for: US-based small businesses and startups that need basic GDPR representation at a predictable, affordable price.
Considerations: Limited to GDPR only. As new regulations take effect, you'll need additional providers. No technology platform means more manual compliance work.
Euverify has carved out a smart niche at the intersection of GDPR compliance and product safety compliance. If you sell physical products into the EU — especially on Amazon or other marketplaces — Euverify bundles GDPR representation with product compliance services.
Regulatory coverage: GDPR representation plus product compliance (General Product Safety Regulation, CE marking, cosmetics regulations, medical devices). No DSA, NIS 2, or AI Act coverage.
Technology: Modern onboarding with a self-service flow and fast setup. They offer a 14-day free trial, which is unique among GDPR representative providers — you can evaluate the service before committing.
Best for: E-commerce businesses, Amazon and marketplace sellers, and companies selling physical products into the EU that need both GDPR and product safety compliance.
Considerations: Heavily e-commerce focused. If you're a SaaS company, AI startup, or fintech firm, the product safety focus won't be relevant to you.
VeraSafe positions itself as the premium, attorney-administered option. Based in the US, they serve large enterprises and emphasize their legal credentials and experience with complex compliance situations.
Regulatory coverage: GDPR (EU and UK). Focused on doing one thing well rather than spreading across multiple regulations.
Technology: Limited self-service platform. VeraSafe relies more on human expertise — attorneys and compliance consultants — than on technology.
Pricing: Not public. Positioned at the higher end of the market, reflecting their enterprise focus.
Best for: Fortune 500 companies and large enterprises that want attorney-led compliance support and are willing to pay a premium.
Considerations: Higher cost than alternatives. The attorney-led model means slower onboarding compared to self-service platforms. Limited to GDPR only.
EDPO is a pure-play GDPR representative service headquartered in Brussels. They have strong credentials — ISO 27001 certified, IAPP listed, and well-known in the privacy community through active LinkedIn thought leadership.
Regulatory coverage: GDPR (EU), UK GDPR, and DSA representation. No NIS 2 or AI Act coverage.
Technology: A free online assessment tool helps determine whether you need a representative. Beyond that, EDPO is a traditional service provider rather than a technology platform.
Pricing: Not publicly listed. Quote-based.
Best for: Companies that want a well-established, Brussels-based GDPR representative with strong credentials and a solid industry reputation.
Considerations: Limited technology platform. No operational services. No public pricing transparency.
The right provider depends on what your company actually needs:
If you're expanding to Europe and want everything handled in one platform — compliance, hiring, payroll, and physical presence — EU Presence is the only provider that bundles regulatory compliance with operational infrastructure. At $127/month for GDPR representation with transparent pricing across all services, you know exactly what you'll pay.
If you need representation across many regulations (GDPR + DSA + AI Act + NIS 2) and want an established provider with legal expertise, Prighter has the broadest traditional coverage and the longest track record.
If you're on a tight budget and need straightforward GDPR representation with no surprises on pricing, GDPRLocal is the most affordable transparent option at £99/month.
If you sell physical products on EU marketplaces and need GDPR plus product safety compliance, Euverify is purpose-built for your use case.
If you're a Fortune 500 company that wants attorney-led, premium support, VeraSafe caters to enterprise.
If you want a simple, well-credentialed GDPR rep with ISO 27001 and solid reputation, EDPO is a reliable choice.
Starting August 2, 2026, companies deploying high-risk AI systems or providing general-purpose AI models in the EU will need to comply with the EU AI Act — and non-EU GPAI providers must appoint an authorized representative.
As of March 2026, only EU Presence and Prighter offer AI Act representation. EU Presence prices it at $127/month — the same as their GDPR representative service. If your company uses AI in any significant way, choosing a provider that covers both GDPR and AI Act now avoids onboarding a second provider later.
Prices range from approximately £99/month (GDPRLocal) to $127/month (EU Presence) to several hundred euros per month for enterprise-level service. Many providers — including Prighter, VeraSafe, and EDPO — don't publish pricing, requiring you to request a quote.
Yes. You update your privacy policy, notify your previous provider, and your new representative takes over. Most providers handle the transition for you.
If your company is outside the EU/EEA, offers goods or services to EU residents, or monitors EU residents' behavior, and you don't have an EU establishment — yes, Article 27 requires you to appoint one. Fines for non-compliance can reach €10 million or 2% of global annual turnover.
A GDPR representative (Article 27) is your point of contact in the EU for authorities and data subjects. A Data Protection Officer (DPO, Article 37) oversees your data protection strategy internally. Some companies need both.
If you're growing and plan to stay in the EU market long-term, choosing a multi-regulation provider means you won't need separate vendors as regulations like the AI Act and DSA take effect. EU Presence charges $127/month per regulation, making it easy to add services as your needs grow. Prighter offers bundle discounts of up to 40%.
Not sure which EU regulations apply to your business? Run a free compliance scan with EU Presence →