Glossary · Digital policy

What is GDPR?

Also called General Data Protection Regulation.

Definition

GDPR means: GDPR is the General Data Protection Regulation, the EU regulation governing personal data processing and data protection rights. Source: EUR-Lex: General Data Protection Regulation.

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Why it matters

It is the baseline privacy and data protection framework that many newer digital laws assume or cross-reference.

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Frequently asked

What is GDPR?

GDPR is the General Data Protection Regulation, the EU regulation governing personal data processing and data protection rights.

Why does GDPR matter in EU policy?

It is the baseline privacy and data protection framework that many newer digital laws assume or cross-reference.

Where can I verify the definition of GDPR?

Lex cites EUR-Lex: General Data Protection Regulation for this definition and links the source records on this page.

Official sources

EUR-Lex: General Data Protection Regulation ↗

Definitions are short paraphrases of official records, not legal advice. For binding text, use the linked EUR-Lex act, Official Journal or EU institution page.

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