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

The type and amount of personal data a company/organisation may process depends on the reason for processing it (legal reason used) and the intended use. The company/organisation must respect …

The regulation on the protection of individuals with regard to the processing of personal data by EU institutions established a European data protection supervisor (EDPS). The EDPS is an independent …

Jun 16, 2025 · Data protection: questions and answers Data protection explained Read about key concepts such as personal data, data processing, when and to whom the GDPR applies to, and more.

Dec 11, 2018 · Find out more about EU legislation concerning the protection of personal data, as well as the authorities that ensure that this legislation is applied consistently.

In today’s globalised world, there are large amounts of cross-border transfers of personal data, which are sometimes stored on servers in different countries. The protection offered by the General Data …

Mar 3, 2025 · Today, Michael McGrath, the European Commissioner for Democracy, Justice, the Rule of Law and Consumer Protection, and Denise Wong, Acting Commissioner of the Personal Data …

EU data protection rules set down conditions as to when an organisation can process an individual’s data, including with consent or a contract.

The following personal data is considered ‘sensitive’ and is subject to specific processing conditions: personal data revealing racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs; …

Protection of your personal data This privacy statement provides information about the processing and the protection of your personal data.