magánéletvédelmet

Magánéletvédelem is the Hungarian term for privacy protection. It refers to the right of individuals to keep their personal information and activities private and to control how this information is collected, used, and shared. This concept encompasses various aspects, including personal data protection, the right to be let alone, and the security of one's communications and home.

In Hungary, the legal framework for magánéletvédelem is largely based on constitutional rights and specific legislation. The Hungarian Constitution guarantees the right to privacy and the protection of personal data. Key laws such as the Act CXII of 2011 on the voluntary disclosure and protection of personal data (often referred to as the Data Protection Act) provide detailed regulations on how personal information can be processed. This includes requirements for consent, purpose limitation, data minimization, and the rights of data subjects to access, rectify, and erase their data.

The scope of magánéletvédelem extends to digital privacy, covering online activities, social media usage, and the security of electronic communications. It also addresses the protection of individuals from unwarranted surveillance, intrusion into their homes, and the unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information. The Hungarian Data Protection Authority (Nemzeti Adatvédelmi és Információszabadság Hatóság - NAIH) is responsible for overseeing and enforcing data protection laws, investigating complaints, and imposing sanctions for violations. The principles of magánéletvédelem are fundamental to ensuring individual autonomy and dignity in a society increasingly reliant on data.