This ENISA study examines online tracking technologies and the technical mechanisms available to protect users’ privacy, with a particular focus on user consent, privacy settings, and the implementation of the Do Not Track (DNT) standard. Set against the evolving EU legal landscape, including the GDPR and the proposed ePrivacy Regulation, the report analyses tracking risks and provides targeted recommendations for service providers, user agents, policymakers, and regulators to strengthen user protection and ensure meaningful, technically valid consent online.
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- Data Protection and Privacy
Right to Erasure (GDPR) Request Form and Guidance
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- Author: GDPR.EU
This resource provides a comprehensive template and legal guidance for submitting a Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten) request under Article 17 of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). It includes a structured form to facilitate data subject requests, outlines the legal basis and exceptions for erasure, and explains when organizations are obligated—or allowed to refuse—to erase personal data. Ideal for both individuals seeking to exercise their data rights and organizations aiming to streamline compliance with GDPR obligations.
- Data Protection and Privacy
GDPR Compliance Checklist for Data Controllers
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- Author: GDPR.eu
This practical GDPR checklist offers a comprehensive overview of key compliance areas for data controllers, including lawful data processing, data security, accountability, and privacy rights. Designed to help organizations of all sizes reduce risk and improve data protection practices, it provides actionable steps—from conducting impact assessments to managing data subject rights. While not legal advice, it serves as a valuable reference for navigating GDPR obligations and strengthening compliance posture.
- Data Protection and Privacy
Data Processing Agreement (DPA) Template for Controllers and Processors
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- Author: GDPR.EU
This Data Processing Agreement (DPA) template is a customizable legal tool designed to help organizations comply with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) when outsourcing services involving personal data processing. It formalizes the relationship between a Data Controller and a Data Processor, outlining roles, responsibilities, and legal obligations related to data protection, including data breach notification, subprocessing, data subject rights, audit rights, and cross-border data transfers. Suitable for businesses of all sizes, the DPA ensures that personal data is processed securely, lawfully, and transparently in accordance with EU data protection standards.