We are living in the age of data and big data, where everyone wants to collect as much information as possible. The ability to analyze and monetize such information is a key strategy and selling point for many businesses.

However, this desire often collides with individuals’ right to privacy and the tremendous effects data leaks may have on them.

As a reaction to the use, misuse, and monetization of personal information, there is growing awareness of the individuals of their rights and growing motivation of regulators to provide individuals with tools to enforce their rights and deal with infringements.

The increase in privacy regulation around the globe, combined with the central role data and personal information play for a business, makes privacy regulation something that cannot be ignored.

In an attempt to assist businesses in addressing the privacy challenges they face, we prepared a short guide on the key principles of handling data.