Data Protection Principles
The principles of GDPR Article 5 serve as the backbone for data protection and compliance, ensuring that data is processed lawfully and transparently. Mastering these principles is key to avoiding legal pitfalls and building trust with stakeholders.
6 mins · 3 Lessons · 3 Quizzes
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Data Protection Principles (Part 1)
All organisations, operating from the EU or targeting EU citizens, must follow seven key data protection principles of the GDPR. These principles form the foundation for complying with the GDPR and provide a reliable guide for handling personal data.
Data Protection Principles (Part 2)
In this lesson, we continue the previous lesson by exploring the seven key data protection principles, focusing on accuracy, storage limitation, integrity and confidentiality, and accountability.
Applying the Principles in the Workplace
In this lesson, we will look at how to apply data protection principles when starting a new processing activity. As an example, we will use a company implementing a customer complaint form on its website.
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What is Personal Data?
Understanding GDPR compliance starts with knowing when you handle personal data in your job. Knowing what counts as personal data helps you prevent wrong handling of such data. This knowledge is key to helping your company become GDPR compliant and more trustworthy.
Categories of Personal Data
In the training “What is Personal Data?” we defined personal data, but did not distinguish between the different categories of personal data. In this training, you will learn about these different categories of personal data and the nuances that distinguish non-sensitive from sensitive personal data.
Data Breaches
You must understand what personal data breaches are to be able to identify if they happen.