GDPR

Last updated: Tue 23 April 17:14:05 2024

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a set of regulations designed to protect the privacy and personal data of individuals within the European Union (EU) and the European Economic Area (EEA). Here's a brief overview of key aspects related to GDPR compliance:

1. Data Processing Purpose:

- Clearly define the purpose for collecting and processing personal data.
- Ensure that the processing is lawful, fair, and transparent.

2. Consent:

- Obtain explicit and informed consent before collecting and processing personal data.
- Allow users to withdraw consent easily.

3. Data Minimization:

- Collect only the data that is necessary for the intended purpose.

4. Data Accuracy:

- Ensure that personal data is accurate and kept up-to-date.

5. Data Storage Limitation:

- Retain personal data only for the necessary duration.

6. Data Integrity and Confidentiality:

- Implement measures to ensure the security, integrity, and confidentiality of personal data.

7. Data Subject Rights:

- Inform individuals about their rights regarding their personal data.
- Respond to data subject access requests in a timely manner.

8. Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA):

- Conduct DPIAs for high-risk processing activities.

9. Data Breach Notification:

- Notify the relevant supervisory authority of any data breaches without undue delay.

10. Appointment of Data Protection Officer (DPO):

- Appoint a DPO if your organization's core activities involve regular and systematic monitoring of individuals on a large scale or processing special categories of data.

11. International Data Transfers:

- Ensure that any transfers of personal data outside the EU/EEA comply with GDPR requirements.

12. Records of Processing Activities:

- Maintain records of all processing activities.

13. Accountability:

- Demonstrate compliance with GDPR principles.