Tietosuojaansa

Tietosuojaansa is a Finnish term that translates to "data protection" or "privacy protection." It refers to the legal and ethical principles governing the collection, storage, use, and dissemination of personal information. The concept is rooted in the fundamental right to privacy, ensuring individuals have control over their data. In Finland, data protection is primarily regulated by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union, which sets comprehensive rules for handling personal data of individuals within the EU.

The Finnish Data Protection Act complements the GDPR, providing specific national provisions and interpretations. These laws outline the rights of data subjects, such as the right to access their data, the right to rectification, and the right to erasure. They also impose obligations on data controllers and processors, including requirements for lawful processing, data minimization, accuracy, storage limitation, integrity, and confidentiality. Organizations that process personal data must implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure security and demonstrate compliance. The Finnish supervisory authority, the Office of the Data Protection Ombudsman (Tietosuojavaltuutettu), is responsible for overseeing the implementation of data protection laws and investigating potential breaches. Violations can result in significant fines and other penalties.