Legal framework of EU data protection - European Commission
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 - European Commission
Jun 16, 2025 · Data protection is a fundamental right under EU law. EU data protection legislation is comprised of the General Data Protection Directive (GDPR), the Law Enforcement Directive …
Data protection explained - European Commission
Read about key concepts such as personal data, data processing, who the GDPR applies to, the principles of the GDPR, the rights of individuals, and more.
Rules for business and organisations - European Commission
Public administrations and data protection How should requests from individuals be dealt with? What are the main aspects of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) that a public …
Publications on the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Jun 24, 2020 · Access reports, communications and other publications on the GDPR.
Who the General Data Protection Law applies to
The GDPR applies to: a company or entity which processes personal data as part of the activities of one of its branches established in the EU, regardless of where the data is processed; or a …
Data protection adequacy for non-EU countries
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 …
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 EU’s data protection rules.
What rules apply if my organisation transfers data outside the EU?
The protection offered by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) travels with the data, meaning that the rules protecting personal data continue to apply regardless of where the data …
How can I demonstrate that my organisation is compliant with the …
The principle of accountability is a cornerstone of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). According to the GDPR, a business/organisation is responsible for complying with all …