Data Privacy Law

/ˈdeɪtə ˈprɪvəsi lɔː/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A body of law regulating the collection, storage, use, and sharing of personal information by organizations and governments to protect individuals’ privacy rights.
    The company updated its policies to comply with the latest data privacy law.

Forms

  • data privacy law
  • data privacy laws

Commentary

Often overlaps with data protection law; precise scope may vary by jurisdiction but generally focuses on protecting individuals' personal information from misuse or unauthorized access.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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