GDPR stands for General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) also referred to as the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
According to the EUGDPR website ,
The EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is the most important change in data privacy regulation in 20 years.
The EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) replaces the Data Protection Directive 95/46/EC and was designed to harmonize data privacy laws across Europe, to protect and empower all EU citizens data privacy and to reshape the way organizations across the region approach data privacy.
Who Does the GDPR apply to ?
The GDPR applies to two key groups of people, according to the ICO
- Data Controllers : A controller determines the purposes and means of processing personal data.
- Data Processors: A processor is responsible for processing personal data on behalf of a controller.
More details about these two definitions and their obligations can be found here:
What Actions Can You Take Now
This is a PDF of quick actions you can take now. 12 steps to take now
Extensive Details of the GDPR can be found on these two websites
Hope you get and stayed prepared