What is Data Privacy?

Data privacy refers to the right of individuals to control how their personal information is collected, used, shared, and stored — and the practices businesses follow to respect those rights.

Why Data Privacy matters to your business

Protecting your customers’ information is more than just legal compliance — it builds trust, prevents data breaches, and ensures your systems are secure and ethical.

Real-world example

An organization limits who can access employee information, uses encrypted backups, and has a clear policy on how long data is stored.

Related Terms

POPIA, GDPR, AI Compliance

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