5. GDPR
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Which term refers to the entity responsible for determining the purposes and means of processing personal data?

  • Persona Jurídica
  • Encargado del tratamiento
  • Interesado
  • Responsable de tratamiento (correct)

Under what condition is it permissible to process sensitive personal data?

  • When consent is not required
  • In case of public interest without consent
  • When the data subject expresses explicit consent (correct)
  • If it is for research purposes only

What does the principle of 'Rendición de cuentas' refer to in the context of data protection?

  • Limitation of data access to authorized personnel only
  • Transparency in data collection methods
  • Accountability for data processing activities (correct)
  • Financial responsibility in data breaches

Which right allows individuals to request their personal data be deleted?

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What is required for consent to be valid under the GDPR?

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What must consent for data processing be characterized as?

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Under what condition is appointing a Data Protection Officer (DPO) mandatory?

<p>When the core activities involve large-scale monitoring of people (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the GDPR?

<p>To enhance data privacy and security standards (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What right is NOT recognized for data subjects under GDPR?

<p>The right to unlimited access (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of penalties can organizations face for violating the GDPR?

<p>Loss of business license and fines of millions of euros (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about consent withdrawal?

<p>Consent withdrawal must be respected at all times (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does a Data Protection Officer (DPO) play in an organization?

<p>They understand GDPR and advise on compliance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What significant date marks the enforcement of the GDPR?

<p>May 25, 2018 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following entities is subject to the GDPR?

<p>Any organization targeting or collecting data from EU residents (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty structure for GDPR violations?

<p>Fines that can reach up to €20 million or 4% of global revenue (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following must consent be?

<p>Clearly distinguishable from other matters (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What key event in privacy law history occurred in 1995?

<p>Passage of the European Data Protection Directive (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a requirement for children under 13 regarding consent?

<p>Children must have permission from a parent to give consent (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes 'personal data' under GDPR?

<p>Any information that can relate to an identifiable individual (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered a 'data processor' under the GDPR?

<p>Third parties that process personal data on behalf of a data controller (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which right allows individuals to control how their data is used across different services?

<p>The right to data portability (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the GDPR signify in terms of data privacy?

<p>A commitment to uphold privacy rights in the digital age (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How has technology influenced the development of data privacy laws in the EU?

<p>The rise of the Internet highlighted the need for modern protections (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which principle does NOT fall under the data protection principles outlined in Article 5.1-2?

<p>Restriction of data upon request (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

To whom does the GDPR apply?

<p>Any organization processing the data of EU citizens or residents, regardless of location (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by purpose limitation in data processing?

<p>Data must be processed only for the legitimate purposes explicitly stated when collected. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of creating a website resource for SME owners regarding GDPR?

<p>To help SMEs identify specific GDPR compliance challenges (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which principle requires that only necessary data be collected?

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What is a key characteristic of 'data subjects' under the GDPR?

<p>The individuals whose data is being processed (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What responsibility does a data controller have under GDPR?

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Which of the following is NOT considered 'data processing' under GDPR?

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What type of data may be considered personal data if it can identify someone easily?

<p>Pseudonymous data (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken if a data breach occurs?

<p>Notify the data subjects within 72 hours. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do technical measures in data security include?

<p>Using two-factor authentication and data encryption. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does accountability manifest in data processing under GDPR?

<p>Through detailed documentation of data collection and usage. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of data protection by design and by default?

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Who may not need to appoint a Data Protection Officer (DPO)?

<p>Small organizations that do not process large amounts of data. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must you consider in the design of any new product regarding personal data?

<p>Data protection principles. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a lawful basis for processing personal data according to Article 6?

<p>You want to increase your user base. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario would require consent from the data subject?

<p>Selling data to third-party advertisers. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you change your justification for processing personal data?

<p>Document the new justification and notify the data subject. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a critical factor when considering the lawful basis of processing a child's data?

<p>The fundamental rights and freedoms of the data subject. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which situation is categorized as processing personal data in the public interest?

<p>Providing essential services like waste collection. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a vital step after determining the lawful basis for data processing?

<p>Document the lawful basis and notify the data subject. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of GDPR, which of the following statements is accurate regarding consent?

<p>Consent must be specific and unambiguous. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

What is the GDPR?

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a data privacy and security law created by the European Union (EU) to protect the personal information of individuals.

Who does the GDPR apply to?

The GDPR applies to organizations that collect or process personal data of individuals in the EU, regardless of where the organization is located.

What are the consequences of violating GDPR?

The GDPR imposes serious fines on companies that violate its privacy and security standards, reaching tens of millions of euros.

What is the purpose of the GDPR?

The GDPR is a comprehensive law that aims to protect personal data and ensure individuals have control over their information.

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When was the GDPR passed and implemented?

The GDPR was passed in 2016 and went into effect on May 25, 2018.

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What legal foundation does the GDPR have?

The European Convention on Human Rights, stating the right to privacy, paved the way for the GDPR in the 1950s.

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What was the predecessor to the GDPR?

The European Data Protection Directive, passed in 1995, established minimum data privacy and security standards, and was a precursor to the GDPR.

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Why was the GDPR created?

With the increasing reliance on the internet and the emergence of digital services, the EU realized the need for modern data protection regulations, leading to the GDPR.

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Data Minimization

The principle requiring you to avoid collecting unnecessary personal data.

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Accuracy of Data

Making sure your personal data is accurate and up to date.

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Storage Limitation

The rule that you can only store personal data for as long as needed for its intended purpose.

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Data Security

Safeguarding personal data through technical and organizational measures to prevent data breaches.

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Data Protection by Design and Default

Protecting data privacy through built-in measures and default settings.

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Accountability

The obligation for data controllers to demonstrate GDPR compliance.

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Technical Measures

Technical safeguards, like encryption or two-factor authentication, to protect data security.

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Organizational Measures

Organizational practices, like staff training or limiting data access, to ensure data protection.

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What is Personal Data?

Any information related to an individual who can be directly or indirectly identified. This includes names, email addresses, location data, ethnicity, gender, biometric data, religious beliefs, web cookies, political opinions, and even pseudonymous data that can be easily linked to someone.

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What is Data Processing?

Any action performed on personal data, regardless of whether it's automated or manual. This includes collecting, recording, organizing, structuring, storing, using, erasing, etc.

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Who is the Data Subject?

The person whose data is being processed. This could be your customers, website visitors, or anyone whose information is being handled.

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Who is the Data Controller?

The person or organization that determines the purpose and means of processing personal data. They decide why and how the data is used.

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Who is the Data Processor?

A third party that processes personal data on behalf of the data controller. They help with specific data tasks like storing or sending it.

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Who does GDPR apply to?

The GDPR applies to you even if you are not in the EU if you process the personal data of EU citizens or residents or offer goods or services to such people.

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What is the Lawfulness, Fairness, and Transparency principle of GDPR?

The GDPR requires data processing to be lawful, fair, and transparent to the data subject.

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What is the Purpose Limitation principle of GDPR?

The GDPR requires personal data to be collected for specific, explicit, and legitimate purposes.

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Principle of Lawfulness, Fairness and Transparency

The legal basis for processing personal data must be explicit and legal, ensuring transparency and fairness. Think of it as a 'permission slip' that justifies using someone's personal data.

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Right to Data Portability

The right to receive your personal data in a portable format so you can easily transfer it to other services. Imagine moving your music library between platforms.

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Data Controller

The entity responsible for ensuring personal data is processed according to the GDPR. They're like the 'chief data officer'.

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Purposes of Processing

The reasons for processing personal data. For example, you might collect data for marketing purposes or to provide services.

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Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten)

The right to request deletion of your personal data. This is especially relevant in situations where the data is no longer needed.

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Data Protection by Design

The GDPR principle that requires organizations to consider data protection from the initial design of a product or service.

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Article 25 of the GDPR

Article 25 of the GDPR, which states that organizations must implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data.

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Consent (GDPR)

A lawful basis for processing personal data that requires a clear and unambiguous agreement from the data subject.

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Contractual Necessity (GDPR)

One of the conditions for lawful processing of personal data under GDPR; it allows processing if essential for a contract.

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Legal Obligation (GDPR)

A lawful basis for processing personal data under GDPR; it permits processing if required by a legal obligation.

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Legitimate Interest (GDPR)

The most flexible lawful basis for processing personal data under the GDPR, but requires a legitimate interest and respects data subject's rights.

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Transparency (GDPR)

The obligation to provide clear information to data subjects about how their data is processed.

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Data Minimization (GDPR)

The GDPR principle requiring organizations to minimize the amount of personal data they collect and process.

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Valid Consent

Consent for data processing must be freely given, specific, informed, unambiguous, and clearly distinguishable from other matters. It must be presented in plain language.

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Withdrawing Consent

Under the GDPR, individuals have the right to withdraw consent for data processing at any time.

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Data Protection Officer (DPO)

A Data Protection Officer (DPO) is an individual responsible for advising organizations about their responsibilities regarding data protection. They ensure compliance with GDPR regulations.

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When is a DPO Required?

A DPO is required for public authorities, organizations systematically monitoring people on a large scale, and those processing sensitive data.

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Right to be Informed

The right to be informed means data subjects have the right to receive clear and concise information about how their data is being processed.

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Right of Access

The right of access allows data subjects to request access to their personal data held by an organization.

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Right to Rectification

The right to rectification allows data subjects to request corrections of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.

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Study Notes

GDPR Overview

  • The GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) is a comprehensive European Union law governing data privacy and security.
  • It applies globally to organizations targeting or collecting data from EU residents.
  • The law was implemented on May 25, 2018.
  • Violations can result in significant penalties, potentially reaching tens of millions of euros.
  • The regulation emphasizes individual rights to privacy and data security.

History of the GDPR

  • The basis of the right to privacy is the 1950 European Convention on Human Rights.
  • The EU introduced GDPR in 2016, after recognizing the evolving use of the internet for data collection.
  • The GDPR is an update to the 1995 European Data Protection Directive.

Scope of the GDPR

  • The GDPR applies to organizations processing personal data of EU residents, even if the organization is not based in the EU, especially if providing goods or services to EU residents.

GDPR Key Definitions

  • Personal data: Any information relating to an identified or identifiable individual (e.g., names, addresses, email addresses, locations, etc.)
  • Data processing: Any action involving personal data, including collecting, recording, organizing, structuring, storing, etc.
  • Data subject: The individual whose personal data is processed.
  • Data controller: The individual or entity deciding how and why personal data is processed.
  • Data processor: An entity processing personal data on behalf of the data controller (e.g., cloud services, email providers).

GDPR Principles

  • Lawfulness, fairness, and transparency: Processing must be lawful, fair, and transparent to the data subject.
  • Purpose limitation: Data should be collected and processed only for specified, explicit, and legitimate purposes.
  • Data minimization: Only the necessary amount of data should be collected and processed.
  • Accuracy: Data must be accurate and kept up-to-date.
  • Storage Limitation: Data must only be stored for as long as necessary for the specified purpose.
  • Integrity and confidentiality: Data must be processed securely to ensure its integrity and confidentiality.
  • Accountability: The controller is responsible for demonstrating their GDPR compliance.

Data Security

  • Implementing "appropriate technical and organisational measures" is mandatory.
  • This includes two-factor authentication, end-to-end encryption, staff training, data privacy policies, and limiting access to data.
  • Data breaches require notification within 72 hours of discovery, or face penalties.
  • Explicit consent.
  • Necessary for performing a contract.
  • Compliance with legal obligations.
  • Saving a life
  • Public interest cases
  • Legitimate interests of the organization.
  • Consent must be freely given, explicit, informed and unambiguous.
  • Children under 13 require parental consent.
  • Data Protection Officers (DPOs) are required in specific circumstances to ensure compliance.

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