Definition
Data Subject Rights are legal rights available to natural persons in connection with the processing of their Personal Data.
Human Explanation
They allow a person to obtain information about processing and, where the applicable conditions are met, request actions concerning their data.
Why it Matters
Respecting these rights is a core element of lawful, transparent and accountable Personal Data processing.
Conceptual Boundary
The precise rights, conditions, exceptions and response duties depend on applicable Law and the circumstances. This page does not replace legal assessment of a request.
Practical Perspective
Organisations need an owned process for receiving, verifying, assessing, recording and responding to requests within applicable requirements.