Suojattavissa

Suojattavissa is a Finnish adjective meaning “able to be protected” or “protectable.” It is formed from the verb suojata (to protect) and is used in legal, regulatory, and policy contexts to describe information, assets, or rights that may fall under protection under applicable laws or guidelines. The form suojattavissa expresses a state or condition of potential protection rather than actual protection.

The term is often contrasted with suojattu, meaning already protected, and is used to indicate that protection may be possible but has not yet been granted. For example, personal data may be suojattavissa under data protection regimes if it meets statutory criteria, whereas data that already enjoys protection might be described as suojattu or confidential.

Use of suojattavissa depends on the relevant legal framework, sector, and policy goals. It can apply to privacy and data protection, intellectual property, security standards, or contractual obligations. The concept emphasizes potential rights and obligations and the need to implement safeguards or protective measures to attain protection.

See also: tietosuoja, henkilötietolaki, immateriaalioikeudet, salassapito, suojatoimet.