CIPT (Certified Information Privacy Technologist) Practice

Which law regulates the processing of personal data in the EU?

1. The Fair Information Practices (FIPs)

2. The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

3. The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)

4. The Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)

The correct answer is: The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is the primary law that governs the processing of personal data within the European Union. It was enacted to provide a comprehensive framework to protect individuals' privacy and personal data while also ensuring the free flow of data across EU member states. The GDPR sets out specific rights for individuals, such as the right to access their data, the right to rectify inaccuracies, and the right to erasure of their data, commonly referred to as the "right to be forgotten." This regulation applies to all organizations that process personal data of individuals residing in the EU, regardless of where the organization itself is located. The GDPR emphasizes accountability, requiring organizations to not only comply with its provisions but also to demonstrate their compliance through robust data protection practices. Other choices, while related to privacy and data protection, pertain to different jurisdictions or types of personal data. For instance, the Fair Information Practices (FIPs) are principles that guide the ethical collection and use of personal information but are not a specific legal framework like the GDPR. The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) is a state law that regulates the processing of personal data in California, while the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) focuses on the online collection of personal information from