1. Lawful, Fairness and Transparency

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GDPR Compliance: Lawful Processing, Fairness, and Transparency

Lawful Processing

Organisations and individuals processing data must have valid grounds, known as Lawful Basis, to process personal data.

  • Six Lawful Basis: Under GDPR, there are six Lawful Basis. If no lawful basis applies, processing data would be unlawful and in breach of GDPR principles.
  • Compliance: Deciding on Lawful Basis for data processing is one of the initial steps to GDPR compliance. Multiple bases may be used for different processing purposes.

Fairness

Fairness in data processing involves:

  • Collection: Ensure data collection is fair. Misleading or deceiving individuals into providing data is unfair.
  • Expectations: Process personal data in a manner reasonably expected by individuals, avoiding negative effects on them.

Transparency

Transparency entails:

  • Openness: Be open and honest about data collection, processing, sharing, retention, and purposes.
  • Privacy Policy: Provide comprehensive information in your privacy policy, ensuring clarity and conciseness to uphold individuals' right to be informed.