henkilötietolain

Henkilötietolaki refers to Finnish legislation concerning the processing of personal data. It was enacted to implement the EU's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) into Finnish law. The law outlines the principles and rules that organizations must follow when collecting, storing, using, and otherwise processing personal information of individuals.

Key aspects of the henkilötietolaki include the rights granted to individuals regarding their data, such as the right to access, rectification, erasure, and restriction of processing. It also details the obligations placed on data controllers and processors, including requirements for lawful processing, data security, and notification of data breaches. The Finnish Data Protection Ombudsman is the supervisory authority responsible for enforcing the henkilötietolaki and guiding organizations on their data protection responsibilities. The law aims to protect individuals' privacy and ensure that their personal data is handled responsibly and in accordance with established legal frameworks. Compliance with this legislation is crucial for all entities operating in Finland that handle personal data.