Data Protection Policy
/ˈdeɪtə prəˈtɛkʃən ˈpɒlɪsi/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal document outlining how an organization collects, uses, stores, and protects personal data to ensure compliance with privacy laws.
The company updated its data protection policy to comply with new GDPR regulations.
Forms
- data protection policy
- data protection policies
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Commentary
Draft clearly to specify responsibilities and measures for personal data handling to support legal compliance and reduce risk.
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