Henkilötietoryhmiä

Henkilötietoryhmiä refers to categories or classifications of personal data. This concept is central to data protection regulations, such as the GDPR, which distinguish between different types of personal information based on their sensitivity and the level of protection required. Understanding these groups helps organizations implement appropriate security measures and data processing practices.

Common categories of personal data include basic identification information like names, addresses, and contact details. More sensitive categories, often referred to as special categories of personal data, include information about an individual's race or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership, genetic data, biometric data for unique identification, data concerning health, and data concerning a natural person's sex life or sexual orientation.

The classification of personal data into different groups is crucial for determining the lawful basis for processing, the need for explicit consent, and the appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard the data. Regulations often impose stricter requirements on the processing of special categories of personal data due to the higher risks associated with unauthorized disclosure or misuse. This systematic grouping ensures a risk-based approach to data protection.