databeskyttelsesrådgivere

A databeskyttelsesrådgiver, often abbreviated as DPO (Data Protection Officer), is an individual appointed by an organization to ensure compliance with data protection laws, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union. The primary role of a DPO is to advise and monitor the organization's data processing activities.

Key responsibilities of a DPO include informing and advising the organization and its staff on their obligations under data protection law, monitoring compliance with these laws and the organization's own policies, cooperating with the supervisory authority, and acting as a contact point for individuals whose data is processed. The DPO also plays a crucial role in assessing and managing data protection risks.

The appointment of a DPO is mandatory in certain cases, including for public authorities, organizations whose core activities involve regular and systematic monitoring of data subjects on a large scale, or organizations processing special categories of data on a large scale. Even when not mandatory, organizations may choose to appoint a DPO voluntarily to enhance their data protection practices. The DPO should be an expert in data protection law and practice and can be an employee of the organization or an external service provider.