A Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) under GDPR is like a safety check for your data.
Let's say you're about to start a project that involves handling people's personal information, like their names, addresses, or their shopping habits. A DPIA is a process where you take a step back and think, "What could go wrong here? Could this data be misused or accidentally leaked?" It's a way to spot potential privacy risks before they become a problem.
With a DPIA, you assess what you're planning to do with the data, how you're going to keep it safe, and what you can do to make sure it's all secure. This is more than just good practice. It's required by law if what you're doing might put people's privacy at high risk.
Our DPIA Evaluation Tool helps you to figure out if this is the case in your situation.
It's always fine to do a DPIA even if it's not strictly mandatory. But if you're a small entrepreneur you may have a lot on your desk and doing privacy compliance formalities may not be your preferred hobby.
Legal disclaimer: The DPIA Evaluation Tool is here to guide you, but it doesn’t replace professional legal advice. For specific concerns, it’s always best to consult with a data protection expert or a lawyer.
