Questions and Answers
Who benefits from the protection provided by the law when it comes to personal information in the healthcare sector?
Which group has their personal information safeguarded by the law, including job applicants, current employees, and former employees?
Which sector does the law specifically protect in terms of individual privacy related to educational records?
In what types of activities does the law ensure the protection of individual privacy?
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Which context would be considered a violation of the Data Privacy Act according to the text?
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When does the law apply to protect personal information according to the text?
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What is the purpose of Republic Act No. 10173, also known as the Data Privacy Act of 2012?
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Who is tasked with monitoring the implementation of the Data Privacy Act?
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When did the Data Privacy Act officially take effect?
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Which term is used in the law to refer to individuals whose personal information is being processed?
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According to the Data Privacy Act, what must be granted before processing personal information?
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Who are covered by the Data Privacy Act in terms of citizenship and residency?
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Study Notes
Data Privacy Act of 2012 (DPA)
- Protects personal data in information and communications systems in both government and private sectors.
- Created the National Privacy Commission (NPC) to monitor its implementation.
Key Principles
- Processing of personal information and sensitive personal information requires direct consent from the data subject.
- Ensures data privacy and protection as its primary objective.
Coverage and Applicability
- Applies to both manual and automated processing of personal information.
- Covers a wide range of sectors and industries, including government agencies, financial institutions, and telecommunications companies.
Data Subjects
- Refers to any living individual whose personal information is being processed.
- Includes, but not limited to:
- Citizens and residents in the Philippines
- Consumers (e.g., customers, clients, users of products and services)
- Employees (e.g., job applicants, current employees, former employees)
- Patients (e.g., medical records)
- Students (e.g., educational records)
- Online users (e.g., social media users, website visitors, online customers)
- Others (e.g., government agencies, financial institutions, etc.)
Examples of Applicability
- Online platforms and e-commerce (e.g., protecting personal information from misuse, unauthorized access, or inappropriate processing)
- Healthcare data protection (e.g., ensuring privacy and security of patient records)
- Financial transactions (e.g., protecting personal information collected during banking or credit card transactions)
Effectivity
- Signed into law by President Benigno Aquino III on August 15, 2012.
- Became effective on September 9, 2012, after 15 days of publication in two newspapers of general circulation.
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Test your knowledge on Republic Act No. 10173, also known as the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (DPA) which aims to protect personal data in both public and private sectors. Learn about the National Privacy Commission (NPC) and the processing of personal information under this act.
