Henkilötietojaja

Henkilötietojaja is a Finnish term that translates to "personal data" in English. It refers to any information that can be used to identify a living individual, either directly or indirectly. This broad definition encompasses a wide range of data points, including but not limited to names, addresses, email addresses, phone numbers, identification numbers, location data, and online identifiers.

The processing of henkilötietojaja is governed by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union, which Finland is a member of. The GDPR establishes strict rules on how personal data can be collected, stored, processed, and shared. Key principles include the need for a lawful basis for processing, data minimization, accuracy, storage limitation, integrity, and confidentiality. Individuals have rights related to their personal data, such as the right to access, rectification, erasure, and objection to processing.

Organizations that handle henkilötietojaja are responsible for implementing appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure the security of this data and to comply with GDPR requirements. This includes having clear privacy policies, obtaining consent where necessary, and reporting data breaches. The Finnish Data Protection Ombudsman supervises the implementation of data protection laws within Finland, providing guidance and enforcing compliance.