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GDPR

Definition

General Data Protection Regulation. A regulation in EU law on data protection and privacy.

Deep Dive

GDPR is a legal framework that sets guidelines for the collection and processing of personal information from individuals who live in the European Union (EU). Regardless of where websites are based, they must heed the GDPR if they attract European visitors.

Examples & Use Cases

  • 1A website displaying a cookie consent banner to comply with GDPR requirements
  • 2An individual requesting that a company delete all their personal data under the "Right to be Forgotten"
  • 3A business appointing a Data Protection Officer (DPO) to oversee compliance

Related Terms

Privacy PolicyComplianceData Protection

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