European Data Protection Supervisor
European Data Protection Supervisor

Factsheets

Factsheets

Useful infographics and documents to help you stay informed about your rights and responsibilities regarding data protection.

28/01/2020
28
Jan
2020
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The EDPS quick-guide to necessity and proportionality

Processing of personal data - be it collection, storage, use or disclosure - constitutes a limitation on the right to the protection of personal data and must comply with EU law. This requires ensuring that it is both necessary and proportional.

The 8 steps outlined in "The EDPS quick-guide to necessity and proportionality" will help you assess the compatibility of measures impacting the  fundamental rights to privacy and to the protection of personal data with the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights.

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27/09/2019
27
Sep
2019
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Checklists and flowcharts on data protection

Administrative fines and sanctions under Regulation EU 2018/1725PDF icon
Checklist 1: What are the duties of the controller?PDF icon
Checklist 2: What are the duties of the processor?PDF icon
Checklist 3: What is required in a processing agreement?PDF icon
Flowchart: data transfers in the context of BrexitPDF icon
Flowchart: Are you a processor, controller, or joint controller?PDF icon
Powers of the EDPS under Regulation (EU) 2018/1725PDF icon
Useful points and questions on data protectionPDF icon
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24/07/2019
24
Jul
2019
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Stay cool this summer - 11 tips to be secure online on holiday

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Summer holidays are a chance to relax, but they can be a source of high stress themselves if you are not safe online. To help with this, the European Data Protection Supervisor has created a simple guide of 11 tips to help you stay secure while using your computer, smartphone and tablet – and in a sunny mood!

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11/12/2018
11
Dec
2018
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The GDPR for EU institutions: your rights in the digital era

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New data protection rules for the EU institutions provide EU citizens with the reassurance that they can enjoy the same strengthened rights when dealing with the EU institutions as they do when dealing with other companies, organizations or public bodies under the GDPR. This Factsheet will help you find out what are your rights in the digital era.

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11/12/2018
11
Dec
2018
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New data protection rules for EU institutions and how they affect YOU

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Personal data protection is about people. It is a fundamental right. The new data protection rules for EU Institutions, agencies and bodies give people more control over their personal data.  They are designed to ensure that personal information is protected no matter where it is sent, processed or stored. This factsheet explains how the new data protection rules for EU institutions affect you.

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11/12/2018
11
Dec
2018
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Documenting data processing: The EDPS guide to ensuring accountability

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The key word of the new data protection rules for EU institutions, bodies and agencies is accountability. If you are responsible for processing personal data on behalf of your institution, you are accountable for what you do, why you do it and the way you do it. This means that you need to make sure that you not only comply with data protection law, but that you can demonstrate this compliance. This factsheet will guide you in ensuring accountability.

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21/11/2018
21
Nov
2018
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Factsheet 5 - What to expect when we inspect

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Inspections are one of the tools used by the EDPS to ensure that the EU institutions and bodies comply with the rules set out in Regulation (EU) 2018/1725. EDPS Factsheet 5 provides information on what to expect if the EDPS carries out an inspection at your institution.

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16/12/2013
16
Dec
2013
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Factsheet 4 - Keeping an eye on video-surveillance in the EU administration

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Almost all EU institutions and bodies have video-surveillance in operation on their premises. When well-designed and selectively used, video surveillance systems are powerful tools for tackling security issues. EDPS Factsheet 4 explains how to balance security with respect for privacy when using video-surveillance.

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11/11/2013
11
Nov
2013
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Factsheet 3 - Supervising EU institutions and bodies & enforcing data protection principles

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When EU institutions and bodies process personal data, they must comply with the principle of accountability and the obligations set out in the EU Data Protection Regulation 45/2001. EDPS Factsheet 3 provides information on how the EDPS works with the EU insitutions to ensure they achieve compliance.

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25/01/2013
25
Jan
2013
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Factsheet 2 - Transparency in the EU administration: Your right to access documents

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The European institutions and bodies make decisions and adopt legislation that affect the lives of all citizens in European Member States. As a citizen you have the right to know why, how and who is involved in making these decisions and laws. Factsheet 4 explains your right of access to the documents prepared in these activities.

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31/01/2012
31
Jan
2012
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Factsheet 1 - Your personal information and the EU administration: What are your rights?

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Everyone is entitled to protect their personal information. Data protection is a fundamental right, protected by European law and enshrined in Article 8 of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union. EDPS Factsheet 1 provides you with information on your data protection rights and how to exercise them.

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