Eltüntetés

Eltüntetés refers to the legal concept of erasure or removal of personal data from records, databases, or other forms of storage, particularly in the context of privacy and data protection laws. The term is most commonly associated with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union, which grants individuals the right to have certain personal data deleted under specific circumstances.

Under GDPR, the right to erasure, often called the "right to be forgotten," applies when personal data is no longer necessary for the purpose it was originally collected, when consent is withdrawn, or when processing is based on legitimate interest that no longer applies. It also applies in cases of unlawful processing, where data is processed in violation of GDPR provisions, or when data is processed for direct marketing purposes and the data subject objects to it. Additionally, erasure may be required to comply with a legal obligation or to protect the rights and freedoms of individuals in cases involving inaccurate data or risks to physical safety.

The process of eltüntetés involves identifying and removing all copies of personal data from systems, ensuring that no further processing occurs. Organizations must also inform any third parties who may have received the data about the erasure request, unless it is impossible or involves disproportionate effort. While the right to erasure is a fundamental aspect of data protection, it is not absolute and may be subject to exceptions, such as when processing is required for exercising the right of freedom of expression or compliance with a legal obligation.

In Hungary, similar principles are reflected in the Act CLIV of 2011 on the Right of Informational Self-Determination and the Freedom of Information (hereinafter: Act CVIII of 2011), which also provides mechanisms for individuals to request the deletion of their personal data under certain conditions. The implementation of eltüntetés ensures that individuals have greater control over their personal information and helps prevent misuse or unauthorized disclosure.