Persónuverndarmanninn
Persónuverndarmanninn, meaning "data protection officer" in Icelandic, is a role created by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) to ensure that organizations handle personal data in a secure and transparent manner. In 2018, Iceland passed legislation requiring organizations to appoint a data protection officer, making it one of the first countries to do so.
The role of the Persónuverndarmanninn involves ensuring that personal data is protected from unauthorized access, disclosure,
Persónuverndarmanninn is responsible for advising their organization on data protection matters, ensuring that staff are trained
In Iceland, the Law on Personal Data 30/2018 established the Office of the Personal Data Protection Authority,
Organizations are required to disclose the name and full contact details of their Persónuverndarmanninn to the