Introduction to Data Privacy – Study
Notes
These study notes provide a beginner-friendly overview of the key concepts in data privacy,
including definitions, common privacy threats, and global privacy regulations.
1. What is Data Privacy?
Data privacy refers to the proper handling of data with respect to consent, notice, and
regulatory obligations. It focuses on how data is collected, stored, managed, and shared with
third parties.
2. Common Threats to Data Privacy
- Data breaches: Unauthorized access to data.
- Phishing: Fraudulent attempts to obtain sensitive information.
- Tracking: Unconsented monitoring of user behavior online.
3. Key Privacy Principles
- Data Minimization: Collect only what is necessary.
- Consent: Obtain user permission before data collection.
- Transparency: Inform users about how their data is used.
4. Major Privacy Regulations
- GDPR (Europe): Requires clear consent and user rights to access or delete data.
- CCPA (California): Gives users control over personal information.
- PDPB (India): Proposes stringent controls over data processing by companies.
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