Käsittelyperuste

Käsittelyperuste, or "processing basis" in English, refers to the legal and procedural foundation upon which personal data is collected, processed, and stored in accordance with data protection regulations, particularly under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union. The concept emphasizes the necessity for transparency and accountability in how organizations handle individuals' data, ensuring compliance with applicable laws.

Under GDPR, data controllers must identify and document the legal basis for processing personal data. This ensures that data subjects (individuals whose data is being processed) are informed about why their data is being collected and used. The regulation outlines six lawful bases for processing, including:

- Consent: Explicit agreement from the data subject.

- Contract: Processing necessary to fulfill a contract or pre-contractual obligations.

- Legal obligation: Compliance with legal or regulatory requirements.

- Protection of vital interests: Safeguarding the physical or mental health of the data subject or another person.

- Public task: Performing a task in the public interest or exercising official authority.

- Legitimate interest: Processing that serves the legitimate interests of the controller or a third party, provided it does not infringe on the data subject’s rights or freedoms.

Käsittelyperuste ensures that data processing is conducted fairly, transparently, and with respect for individuals' rights. Organizations must assess and justify their chosen basis, providing clear information to data subjects about the purpose of data processing. Failure to comply with these requirements can result in significant penalties, reinforcing the importance of adhering to GDPR principles. The concept also aligns with broader data protection principles, such as purpose limitation, data minimization, and the right to erasure.