henkilörekisteri

A henkilörekisteri, which translates to "personal data register" or "personal data file" in English, is a structured collection of personal data that is processed and maintained. This term is commonly used in Finnish data protection law and is closely related to the concept of a "register" under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union.

The core purpose of a henkilörekisteri is to systematically organize and manage information pertaining to identifiable individuals. This can encompass a wide range of data, such as names, addresses, contact details, identification numbers, employment information, and any other data that allows for the direct or indirect identification of a person. The data within a henkilörekisteri can be stored in various formats, including electronic databases, card files, or any other systematically organized collection.

The processing of a henkilörekisteri is subject to strict legal requirements designed to protect individuals' privacy rights. These regulations dictate how personal data can be collected, stored, used, disclosed, and retained. Key principles include the need for a lawful basis for processing, transparency, data minimization, accuracy, storage limitation, integrity, and confidentiality. Individuals typically have rights related to their personal data held in a register, such as the right to access, rectify, or erase their information.

In essence, a henkilörekisteri represents any organized system where personal data is managed, and its operation must comply with comprehensive data protection legislation to ensure the rights and freedoms of individuals are safeguarded.