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Privacy, data protection & cybersecurity compliance · Core

Data controller

Also called: controller

ELI5

The party determining purposes and means of personal-data processing under relevant law.

Used in conversation

“Counsel wants data controller clarified before anyone signs.”

Pitch context

You will see “Data controller” in board papers, contracts, policies, risk registers and compliance reports when the discussion reaches privacy, data protection & cybersecurity compliance.

Why it matters: In privacy, data protection & cybersecurity compliance, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

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