Henkilöllisyystiedot

Henkilöllisyystiedot, often translated as personal data or personally identifiable information (PII), refers to any information that can be used to identify a specific individual. This can include a wide range of data points.

Common examples of henkilöllisyystiedot include names, addresses, email addresses, phone numbers, and social security numbers. Identification documents such as passports, driver's licenses, and national identification cards are also primary sources of such information. Beyond these direct identifiers, other data that, when combined, can lead to identification is also considered henkilöllisyystiedot. This might involve birthdates, biometric data like fingerprints or facial recognition data, and even online identifiers like IP addresses or cookies, depending on the context and jurisdiction.

The collection, processing, and storage of henkilöllisyystiedot are subject to strict legal regulations in many countries, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union. These regulations aim to protect individuals' privacy and prevent misuse of their personal information. Organizations that handle henkilöllisyystiedot are typically required to implement robust security measures to safeguard this data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. The concept is fundamental to data protection laws and ethical data handling practices.