integritetsanalys

Integritetsanalys, often translated as privacy impact assessment or data protection impact assessment, is a systematic process for identifying and mitigating privacy risks associated with a project, system, or activity that processes personal data. The primary goal is to ensure compliance with data protection laws and regulations, such as GDPR, and to protect the privacy rights of individuals.

The process typically involves several key stages. First, a detailed description of the data processing activities is established, including the types of data collected, the purposes of processing, and how long the data is retained. Second, the necessity and proportionality of the processing are assessed, meaning whether the processing is genuinely required for the stated purpose and if less intrusive methods could achieve the same outcome. Third, potential risks to the rights and freedoms of data subjects are identified. These risks can range from unauthorized access and data breaches to discriminatory outcomes or a loss of control over personal information.

Following the identification of risks, measures to mitigate or eliminate these risks are developed and implemented. This can involve technical safeguards like encryption and access controls, or organizational measures such as staff training and data minimization policies. Finally, the entire process is documented, and the assessment is reviewed and updated as necessary, especially when processing activities change.

An integritetsanalys is particularly important when processing sensitive personal data, when undertaking large-scale processing, or when using new technologies that may pose novel privacy challenges. It serves as a proactive tool to embed privacy considerations into the design of systems and processes from the outset, rather than as an afterthought.