GDPR
General Data Protection Regulation
The EU's comprehensive data protection law that sets the global standard for privacy rights.
What is GDPR?
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a comprehensive data protection law that came into effect on May 25, 2018. It applies to all organizations processing personal data of EU residents, regardless of where the organization is located. GDPR establishes strict requirements for data collection, processing, storage, and transfer.
GDPR grants individuals significant rights over their personal data, including the right to access, rectify, erase, and port their data. Organizations must implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data and demonstrate compliance through documentation and data protection impact assessments.
Who Needs GDPR?
- Any company processing EU resident data
- Businesses offering goods or services to EU customers
- Organizations monitoring EU resident behavior
- Companies with EU-based employees
- Data processors handling EU personal data
Key Requirements
Core compliance areas for GDPR
Lawful Basis for Processing
Organizations must have a valid legal basis (consent, contract, legal obligation, etc.) for processing personal data.
Data Subject Rights
Support for access, rectification, erasure, portability, and objection rights within specified timeframes.
Privacy by Design
Data protection principles must be integrated into business processes and system designs from the start.
Breach Notification
Report personal data breaches to supervisory authorities within 72 hours and to affected individuals when required.
Data Protection Officer
Appoint a DPO for organizations conducting large-scale systematic monitoring or processing sensitive data.
Benefits of GDPR Compliance
- Avoid significant fines (up to 4% of global revenue)
- Build customer trust through transparent data practices
- Access to EU markets and customers
- Improved data governance and quality
- Competitive advantage in privacy-conscious markets
- Foundation for global privacy compliance
How PartnerAlly Helps with GDPR
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