OneTrust Certified Privacy Professional Practice Exam

Does the GDPR apply to the processing of personal data by a natural person for personal or household activities?

1. Yes, it applies

2. No, it does not apply

3. Only in specific cases

4. Only in commercial contexts

The correct answer is: No, it does not apply

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) does not apply to the processing of personal data by a natural person for purely personal or household activities. This is a key aspect of the GDPR's scope. The regulation is generally aimed at the processing of personal data in the context of the activities of an organization or a business, rather than individual or private activities that do not engage in professional or commercial goals. The rationale behind this exclusion is to protect individuals from the regulatory burdens of GDPR when they are using personal data in a non-business context, such as managing their personal contacts, family information, or other private matters. This clarification helps maintain a balance between the need for data protection and the rights of individuals to manage their own personal affairs without the encumbrances of compliance measures that would be required of organizations. This exemption from GDPR provides individuals with the ability to communicate and interact without the stringent requirements imposed on data controllers and processors in commercial contexts.