Jun 16, 2025 · Data protection in the EU In today's digital age, where information is constantly shared, collected and processed, there is a need for clear and strong data protection rules. …

Dec 11, 2018 · The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Regulation (EU) 2016/679 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free …

Data protection explained Information about personal data, data processing, how personal data is protected, and more.

Sep 5, 2025 · On 4 March 2024, the Commission hosted the first ever high-level meeting on safe data flows, gathering responsible Ministers and heads of the data protection authorities of 15 …

Jun 4, 2021 · According to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), contractual clauses ensuring appropriate data protection safeguards can be used as a ground for data transfers …

Principles of the GDPR For how long can data be kept and is it necessary to update it? Rules on the length of time personal data can be stored and whether it needs to be updated under the …

However, if processing personal data isn’t a core part of your business and your activity doesn't create risks for individuals, then some obligations of the GDPR will not apply to you (for …

The European Data Protection Board provides guidelines on the application of the GDPR. Data protection authorities created new tools to better inform individuals and businesses about the …

A bank screening its customers against a credit reference database; a hospital about to implement a new health information database with patients’ health data; a bus operator about …

Information for individuals The rights you have over your personal data under the GDPR, how to exercise these rights, and more.