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The right of an individual to control the collection, use, and disclosure of their personal information.
The process of safeguarding personal data from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
Legal frameworks and regulations that govern the collection, use, and protection of personal data.
The practice of protecting computer systems, networks, and data from digital attacks, theft, and damage.
An incident where unauthorized individuals gain access to sensitive or confidential data.
The process of responding to and managing a data breach or cybersecurity incident.
Statements or documents that outline an organization's practices and procedures regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information.
The monitoring, tracking, or observation of individuals or groups, often done by governments or organizations.
The tools, systems, and methods used to process, store, and transmit data.
Online platforms and websites that allow users to create and share content, interact with others, and participate in virtual communities.
Large and complex datasets that are difficult to process using traditional data processing applications.
The simulation of human intelligence in machines that are programmed to think and learn like humans.
The measurement and analysis of unique physical or behavioral characteristics, such as fingerprints or facial recognition, for identification and authentication purposes.
The network of physical devices, vehicles, appliances, and other objects embedded with sensors, software, and connectivity to exchange data and perform tasks.
The delivery of computing services, including storage, servers, databases, software, and analytics, over the internet.
The buying and selling of goods and services over the internet, often involving the collection and processing of personal data.
The monitoring and collection of information by government agencies for the purpose of maintaining national security or enforcing laws.
The right of employees to have control over their personal information in the workplace, including email communications, internet usage, and monitoring.
The protection of personal health information and medical records, ensuring confidentiality and security in healthcare settings.
The safeguarding of student data and privacy rights in educational institutions, including the collection and use of personal information for educational purposes.
The protection of personal financial information, such as banking and credit card details, from unauthorized access or use.
The regulation and control of marketing practices that involve the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information for advertising and promotional purposes.
The moral principles and values that guide decision-making and actions related to privacy and data protection.
The study of relationships between countries, including the impact of privacy and data protection laws on cross-border data transfers and cooperation.
Fundamental rights and freedoms that every individual is entitled to, including the right to privacy and protection of personal data.
The activities and efforts of government agencies to enforce laws, maintain public order, and investigate and prevent crimes, while respecting privacy rights.
The measures and practices implemented to ensure the security and privacy of personal data, including data access controls, encryption, and data retention policies.
The overall management and control of data assets within an organization, including data quality, data privacy, and data security.
The period of time that data is stored and retained by an organization, based on legal and business requirements.
The transfer or disclosure of data between individuals, organizations, or systems, often subject to privacy and security considerations.
The voluntary and informed agreement of an individual to the collection, use, and disclosure of their personal information.
The condition of being anonymous or unidentified, often used to protect privacy and prevent the identification of individuals.
The process of converting data into a form that cannot be easily understood or accessed without the use of a decryption key.
Systematic assessments of the potential privacy risks and impacts of a project, program, or system, and the implementation of measures to mitigate those risks.
An approach to system and product development that prioritizes privacy and data protection from the initial design stages and throughout the entire lifecycle.
The moral principles and guidelines that govern the responsible and ethical use of data, including privacy, fairness, transparency, and accountability.
The legal rights and control that individuals or organizations have over the data they create, collect, or possess.
The protection of data from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction, often achieved through the implementation of security measures and controls.
The requirement for organizations to notify individuals and authorities in the event of a data breach that poses a risk to the privacy and security of personal data.
The rights of individuals to access and obtain copies of their personal data held by organizations, subject to certain legal and procedural requirements.
The practice of limiting the collection, use, and retention of personal data to what is necessary for a specific purpose or legal requirement.
The quality and reliability of data, ensuring that it is correct, complete, and up-to-date, and that it is processed accurately and without errors.
The ability of individuals to transfer their personal data from one organization to another, in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
The permanent deletion or removal of personal data from an organization's systems and records, in compliance with legal requirements and data retention policies.
The movement or transmission of personal data from one location or system to another, often involving cross-border transfers and international data flows.
The requirement or practice of storing and processing personal data within a specific jurisdiction or territory, often for legal or regulatory reasons.
The concept that data is subject to the laws and regulations of the country or jurisdiction in which it is stored or processed, often related to national security and data protection concerns.
A designated individual within an organization who is responsible for overseeing data protection and privacy compliance, and serving as a point of contact for data subjects and regulatory authorities.