GDPR "Right to Access"

Summary

Questions about the GDPR "Right to Access" rule

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One of the new GDPR concepts is Right to Access. This is from the GDPR website:

"Part of the expanded rights of data subjects outlined by the GDPR is the right for data subjects to obtain from the data controller confirmation as to whether or not personal data concerning them is being processed, where and for what purpose. Further, the controller shall provide a copy of the personal data, free of charge, in an electronic format. This change is a dramatic shift to data transparency and empowerment of data subjects.