GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
What is GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)?
GDPR is a comprehensive data privacy law in the European Union that regulates how organizations collect, use, and protect personal data. It gives individuals significant control over their information and imposes strict penalties for non-compliance.
Why It Matters
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It grants individuals the right to access, correct, or delete their personal data.
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It requires businesses to be transparent about how they process and store user information.
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It mandates strict security measures to prevent data breaches and unauthorized access.
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It applies to any organization worldwide that processes the data of people in the EU.