How does the GDPR now define "processing"?

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Options

• AAny act involving the collecting and recording of personal data.
• BAny operation or set of operations performed on personal data or on sets of personal data.
• CAny use or disclosure of personal data compatible with the purpose for which the data was
• DAny operation or set of operations performed by automated means on personal data or on sets of

• A
  11% (2)
• B
  84% (16)
• C
  5% (1)

Explanation

The GDPR defines processing as "any operation or set of operations which is performed on personal data or on sets of personal data, whether or not by automated means, such as collection, recording, organisation, structuring, storage, adaptation or alteration, retrieval, consultation, use, disclosure by transmission, dissemination or otherwise making available, alignment or combination, restriction, erasure or destruction" (Article 4(2)). This is a broad definition that covers almost any activity involving personal data, regardless of the method or means used. The GDPR also specifies that processing should be lawful, fair and transparent, and should respect the principles of data protection by design and by default (Article 5).

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