Henkilödataa

Henkilödataa refers to personal data in Finnish. It encompasses any information that relates to an identified or identifiable natural person. This can include a wide range of details, such as names, identification numbers, location data, online identifiers, and factors specific to the physical, physiological, genetic, mental, economic, cultural, or social identity of an individual. The concept of personal data is central to data protection regulations, most notably the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union, which Finland is part of. These regulations aim to protect the privacy and fundamental rights of individuals concerning the processing of their personal data.

The processing of henkilödataa is subject to strict rules. Organizations that collect, store, or use personal data must have a legal basis for doing so, such as consent from the individual, a contractual obligation, or a legal requirement. Individuals have several rights regarding their data, including the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, and object to processing. They also have the right to data portability. Compliance with these regulations is crucial for businesses and public authorities to avoid significant penalties and maintain trust with individuals whose data they handle. The definition of personal data is broad and continually evolving with technological advancements, making it a dynamic area of law and practice.