Privacy Rights and it’s Challenges – 6 Years of GDPR
Six years since GDPR came into force, the promise of stronger data protection is being undermined by the rise of “pay or consent” models. These
Staying Ahead of GDPR Compliance: Lessons from LinkedIn’s €310 Million Fine
LinkedIn Ireland was recently fined a record-breaking €310 million by the Irish Data Protection Commission for GDPR violations, underscoring the urgent need for businesses to
Preparing Your Small Business for GDPR Compliance
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a European Union law that protects the privacy and personal data of individuals in the EU and EEA.
The GDPR Data Map – Your Complete Guide
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a European regulation establishing the framework for personal data protection of individuals in the EU and EEA. It
GDPR in Healthcare: Compliance Guide
Since General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) entered into force, the personal data protection has become more challenging to the Healthcare sector. Meaning that patient data
GDPR software: 10 Great Tools For Compliance in 2024
In this article, we will introduce you to some useful GDPR software tools which may help you reach GDPR compliance and maintain it. We will
The lawful basis for Data Processing under the GDPR
A lawful (or legal) basis for processing data must be satisfied before a business can process any personal data. Article 6 of the GDPR describes six
The EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework: A Transatlantic honeymoon for data flows, but for how long?
The European Commission concluded that the United States ensures adequate protection for personal data transferred from the EU to U.S. companies under the EU-U.S. Data Privacy
A Comprehensive Guide to Personal Data Mapping
Introduction Data privacy and security are of utmost concern in the digital era of today, especially when it comes to data protection regulations like the
Data Processing Agreement (DPA)
What is a Data Processing Agreement (DPA)? A Data Processing Agreement (DPA) is a legally binding document to be entered into between the controller and the
Direct marketing rules and exceptions under the GDPR
Direct marketing includes text messages (SMS) and emails that a customer receives from a product or service provider. But activities of direct marketing may include
Transmitting personal data to third countries
The GDPR has put strict rules in place, when it comes to data transfer to third countries or international organizations. Which countries are third countries? Third
Records of processing activities in GDPR Article 30
What are the records of processing activities (ROPA)? Article 30 of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) requires organisations to maintain internal records, which
Personal Data Breach Reporting Requirements Under the GDPR
What is Data Breach? According to General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), a personal data breach is a security incident that results in the accidental or
Data Protection Authorities (DPA)
Data Protection Authorities (DPA) Data Protection Authorities (DPA) are independent public authorities that supervise, through investigative and corrective powers, the application of the GDPR. They
GDPR compliance checklist for controllers
This is a simple GDPR compliance checklist for data controllers that you can use to ensure you have considered most important aspects of the General Data
GDPR Basics: Are you a Controller or a Processor?
What are ‘controllers’ and ‘processors’? With this short and simple article, we will try to explain the basics of controllers and processors. Controllers are the
Templates for Records of Processing Activities
As we see every day, most companies and organisations still keep their Records of Processing Activities in spreadsheets. Through our experience, we have seen a
Web plug-in requires visitor’s consent
In the light of the recent ruling of the European Court of Justice, website owners have to bear in mind their data protection responsibilities when
First GDPR fine issued in Lithuania
A year after GDPR came into force, the Lithuanian Data Protection Authority (VDAI) has issued its first administrative fine. UAB ‘Mister Tango’, a company that provides financial
Finnish DPA ordered a company to change their data processing practises
An article was published recently in the Helsingin Salomat about the Finnish Data Protection Authority who had ordered a payment and financing solution company to correct
Data Protection Officer’s role and responsibilities
In light of the latest survey conducted by the CPO Magazine, we are looking into the role of the Data Protection Officer (DPO). In this
GDPR Compliance Checklist for 2020
Just recently, a report was published based on a survey of 252 global privacy professionals working for a wide range of organizations across 14 different
GDPR in B2B Marketing
There are two separate EU level regulations to follow when processing personal data for direct marketing in B2B and B2C activities. Privacy and Electronic Communication
Data Protection Impact Assessment Guide
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has introduced a new obligation, which requires companies and organizations to carry out data protection impact assessments if the personal
Cyber Attacks from the Perspective of GDPR: Ransomware
Nowadays almost every business sector integrates digital technologies. IT infrastructure and practice, if not updated regularly, ages and becomes weaker. Therefore, because of the amount and
Six Months With GDPR in Force. What Happened?
The GDPR, that came into force on the 25th of May, 2018, expanded the EU‘s data protection area coverage, introduced innovations that have an effect
Hospitality Sector: How to Comply With GDPR?
Hospitality sector (accommodation, restaurants & bars, travel & tourism and leisure) has one of the largest shares of personal data collected by sector. Therefore, necessary
IP Anonymisation on Google Analytics
Many companies use Google Analytics as their assistive tool in order to collect valuable information about customer behaviour on websites, mobile apps etc. By default, Analytics
GDPR Compliance Investigation in Finland and Sweden
After GDPR regulation coming into force on the 25th of May, the Finnish Data Protection Authority’s office was flooded with complaints about possible infringements. This
Loyalty Programs Under the Radar of GDPR
Lithuanian Data Protection Authority recently completed the investigation on proper personal data processing for direct marketing purposes. The target was the major food, household goods,
Legitimate Interest Guide Under the GDPR
GDPR lists six lawful bases for processing of personal data, and legitimate interest is one of them. There is no particular purpose defined, therefore, it
How does GDPR affect Direct Marketing and Profiling
How does GDPR affect Direct Marketing and Profiling Direct marketing and consumer behavioral habits (profiling) are the key tools a company uses to sell their
Sharing Our GDPR Expertise in Lithuania = Mission Success
Hi, I am Sarune – Country Manager (Lithuania) for GDPR Register. I know that GDPR compliance can be a headache sometimes, which is why I
What are the GDPR fines for non-compliance?
Multi-tiered approach to GDPR fines and penalties General Data Protection Regulation has introduced a tiered approach to fines, meaning that the severity of the breach will
Would you like some cookies – Why websites ask this?
This is the question that many computer users are receiving daily. What does it mean and why is it being asked? It is a part
Data Rules for AdTech Under the GDPR
For those living in blissful ignorance: starting from May 25th 2018 a new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will enter into force, which sets forth