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Privacy, data protection & cybersecurity compliance · Core

Right of access

Also called: subject access right

ELI5

A person's right to obtain information about and a copy of personal data, subject to law.

Used in conversation

“Do not describe right of access as agreed until the operative document says so.”

Pitch context

You will see “Right of access” 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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