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The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a European law that came into effect on May 25, 2018. Its purpose is to strengthen the protection of personal data within the EU and give individuals greater control over how companies and organizations use their data.
For businesses and organizations, GDPR requires strict adherence to rules on handling and safeguarding personal data. It regulates how personal data can be collected, stored, used, and shared. Personal data includes any information that can identify an individual, either directly or indirectly, such as names, addresses, email addresses, phone numbers, and IP addresses.
The basics of GDPR
Organizations processing personal data must follow several fundamental principles:
- Consent and legal basis
Before collecting personal data, you must have a legal basis for doing so. This could include obtaining consent from the individual, needing the data to fulfill a contract, or being legally obligated to retain the information. Consent must be voluntary, specific, informed, and clear. Individuals also have the right to withdraw their consent at any time. - Transparency
Transparency is key when it comes to GDPR. Organizations must inform individuals about which data is being collected, why it’s being collected, how it’ll be used, and whether it’ll be shared with third parties. - Data minimization
Organizations should only collect data necessary to achieve a specific purpose. Avoid collecting more data than required for the intended purpose. - Storage limitation
Personal data shouldn’t be stored longer than necessary for its intended purpose. Once the data is no longer needed, it should be deleted or anonymized. - Rights of data subjects
Individuals have several rights under GDPR, including the right to access their personal data, correct inaccurate data, request deletion (“right to be forgotten”), and object to certain data processing activities.
Implications for businesses
Non-compliance with GDPR can have severe consequences, including substantial fines. It’s essential to review your practices and ensure your systems and processes meet the correct requirements.
What we help with regarding GDPR
Legal advice
We provide legal advice to help you understand GDPR and its implications for your business. We guide you through the requirements and assist with proper implementation.
Review and audit
We review your existing processes and policies to make sure they comply with GDPR. We also help you develop new policies and procedures to meet regulatory standards.
Implementation support
We assist in implementing the necessary changes within your organization to comply with GDPR requirements effectively.
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FAQ about GDPR
What is GDPR?
It’s an EU law that regulates the handling of personal data to protect individual privacy. It applies to all businesses and organizations processing personal data within the EU.
What rights do I have under GDPR?
Individuals have several rights under GDPR, including access to their data, correction of inaccuracies, and the right to be deleted (“right to be forgotten”).
What happens if we don’t comply with GDPR?
Non-compliance with GDPR can result in significant fines and other legal penalties.
