Does The GDPR Really Say That? Clearing Up Common Misunderstandings
scytale, Monday, July 1st, 2024
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a comprehensive data privacy law enacted by the European Union (EU) to protect the personal data of EU citizens and residents.
Despite its significance and the extensive information available about it, many misconceptions still persist. Let's break down some of the common misconceptions.
Public Personal Data Still Needs Protection
One common misunderstanding is that personal data found in the public domain does not require protection under the GDPR. This is incorrect. The GDPR applies to any personal data, regardless of its source, including data that is publicly accessible.