All about Personal Data Protection Law The government of the UAE added another layer of importance to data security- The personal data protection law. It is part of the major legal reform implemented on the occasion of the UAE’s 50th anniversary; the laws ensure the confidentiality of the information and protect the privacy of a person in the UAE. In this blog, we will discuss the key aspects of the data protection law and some practical steps that companies consider for data protection.
What is The Personal Data Protection Law in UAE? It is a comprehensive law that deals with data privacy and the privacy of UAE citizens over the way they choose to share their data with handlers. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) published its first federal-level data protection law Federal-Decree Law No. 45 of 2021 on the protection of personal data protection (‘PDPL) on 21 September 2021. The "UAE Personal Data Protection Law" will be enforceable six months after the associated executive regulations are issued. The Law ensures key international data protection principles and best practices and marks a positive step towards a greater data protection system with international standards.
Importance of Data ProtectionEvery company has data, such as personnel data files, product and service information, accounting details, financial transactions, etc. All the decisions are made on the basis of that data to deliver quality services, in fact, data is the most valuable asset a company has. That's why data protection is considered a top priority for any company. We at AHAD help people, and businesses to grow securely by providing cyber security, digital transformation, and risk management services and solutions according to UAE personal data protection law as ensuring the data held safe is the minimum people expect from companies they deal with or invest money in.
To Whom Does The Data Protection Law apply? The UAE Personal Data Protection Law has extraterritorial application and covers1. Individuals who process data and are based in the UAE or have a place of business there 2. Organizations based in the UAE that handle the personal data of people living there or elsewhere. 3. Organizations based outside the UAE that handle the personal information of people living there.
To Whom Does The Data Protection Law not Apply? 1.Governmental agencies that handle or process personal information. 2. Free zone businesses that are already governed by data protection laws. 3. Those in charge of personal processing data for security and judicial purposes. 4. Health information that is already covered by data privacy laws. 5. People who use their personal data for personal objectives.