Description: The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a regulation of the European Union that establishes a legal framework for the protection of data and privacy of citizens in the EU and the European Economic Area. Its main objective is to ensure that individuals have control over their personal data and that organizations handling such data do so responsibly and transparently. The GDPR applies to any entity processing personal data of residents in the EU, regardless of the organization’s location. Among its most notable features are the right of access, the right to rectification, the right to erasure, and the obligation to notify data breaches. Additionally, it imposes severe penalties on organizations that fail to comply with its provisions, underscoring the importance of data protection in the digital age. This regulation not only aims to protect individuals’ privacy but also to foster trust in the use of digital technologies and in the data-driven economy, promoting a safer and more ethical environment for handling personal information.
