Purpose of GDPR
The main goal of GDPR is to give individuals more control over their personal data and to ensure organizations handle that data responsibly and transparently.
What Counts as Personal Data?
Under GDPR, personal data includes any information that can identify a person, such as:
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Name: shimaali Web Design Agency
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Email address: shimaalishop@gmail.com
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Phone number:+252634397546
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IP address:192.168.1.1
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Location data: Central Roaming
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Online identifiers and cookies:Nesta
Who Must Comply?
GDPR applies to any organization that:
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Operates within the European Union
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Offers goods or services to people in the EU
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Monitors the behavior of individuals in the EU
This means even businesses located outside Europe may need to comply if they collect data from EU visitors.
Key Principles of GDPR
Organizations must:
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Process data lawfully and transparently
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Collect only necessary data
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Keep data accurate and secure
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Store data only as long as needed
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Protect data against unauthorized access
Individual Rights Under GDPR
GDPR gives individuals the right to:
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Access their data
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Correct inaccurate information
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Request deletion of their data
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Object to data processing
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Withdraw consent at any time