// Technology & Cyber Law — Malaysia

Legal Clarity
for a Digital
Business World

Northwyn provides considered legal counsel on data protection, cybersecurity, and technology agreements — helping Malaysian organisations navigate their obligations with confidence.

+60 3-8361 7429

info@northwyn

Cyberjaya, Selangor

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PDPA • MY 2010

Data Protection Compliant

// Our Services

What We Handle

Each matter is approached with care and precision. We work with clients to understand the specifics of their situation before any recommendations are made.

PDPA Advisory

Data Protection & Privacy Advisory

Compliance support under Malaysia's Personal Data Protection Act 2010, covering data processing assessments, privacy policy drafting, and data protection officer guidance.

PDPA compliance assessments
Privacy policy drafting
DPO advisory support

from RM 3,200 Enquire

Incident Response

Cybersecurity Incident Response

Legal coordination following data breaches, including breach notification assessment, liaison with the Personal Data Protection Department, and vendor contract review.

Breach notification review
Regulatory liaison support
Insurance claim assistance

from RM 5,800 Enquire

Contracts & Licensing

Technology Contract & Licensing

Drafting and review of software licensing agreements, SaaS terms, development contracts, and IT outsourcing arrangements addressing IP ownership and liability.

Software & SaaS agreements
IP ownership provisions
Liability allocation

from RM 2,500 Enquire

// Why Northwyn

A Considered Approach

Technology law requires practitioners who understand both legal frameworks and the technical realities clients face. We bring both to every engagement.

Technology-Focused Practice

Our work centres entirely on technology and cyber law, which means we engage with your situation without needing to be brought up to speed on the sector.

Malaysian Law Expertise

We advise specifically within the Malaysian regulatory landscape, including PDPA 2010, the Computer Crimes Act, and Communications and Multimedia Act provisions.

Clear Communication

Legal documents should be understandable. We take time to explain findings and recommendations in language that supports your decision-making.

Collaborative Working Style

We work alongside your internal teams — legal, IT, and compliance — rather than operating in isolation. Integration with your existing processes matters to us.

Responsive to Incident Timelines

Cybersecurity incidents are time-sensitive. We understand the notification windows and regulatory timeframes that apply under Malaysian law.

Practical Documentation

Agreements and policies drafted by our team are designed to be workable in practice — not just technically sound, but usable by the people responsible for implementing them.

// Start a Conversation

Have a Matter You'd Like to Discuss?

Whether you're reviewing a contract, responding to an incident, or building out your data compliance approach, we're glad to hear what you're working with.

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// FAQ

Common Questions

Answers to questions we hear frequently from prospective clients.

Does my organisation need to appoint a Data Protection Officer under PDPA?

The Personal Data Protection Act 2010 does not mandate a DPO for all organisations, though appointing one is considered sound practice for businesses that handle substantial volumes of personal data. We can help you assess whether a formal DPO function makes sense for your operations, and what that role would involve in your context.

What should we do immediately after discovering a data breach?

The priority is to contain the incident and document what is known as early as possible. From a legal standpoint, you'll want to assess notification obligations — who needs to be informed, within what timeframe, and in what format. We can assist with that assessment and guide you through the regulatory liaison process with the Personal Data Protection Department if required.

How long does a technology contract review typically take?

Timeframes depend on the complexity of the agreement and the number of issues identified during review. For a straightforward SaaS or licensing agreement, we would typically expect to provide initial comments within five to seven working days. More complex IT outsourcing arrangements may require longer. We discuss realistic timelines at the outset of each engagement.

Can you help if we've already signed a contract that has problems?

Yes. Reviewing existing agreements to identify areas of exposure or ambiguity is a fairly common request. We can help you understand the implications of specific clauses, consider your options for renegotiation, and draft any amendments that may be appropriate.

Do you work with smaller businesses and startups, or primarily larger organisations?

We work with clients across a range of sizes. Technology law questions arise regardless of organisation size, and smaller companies often benefit significantly from early legal input on data practices and contract terms. We're happy to discuss the scope of your needs and find an approach that fits your situation.

What information do you need to begin a PDPA compliance review?

We typically start with an initial conversation to understand the nature of your operations, the categories of personal data you process, and your current practices. From there we can outline the most relevant areas for review. No specific documentation is needed at the very start — a general overview of your business is sufficient to begin scoping the work.

// Our Location

Find Us in Cyberjaya

14 Jalan Teknologi, Cyberjaya, 63000 Selangor

// Contact

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