Cell phones, tablets, and computers, what do they all have in common? Besides the fact that they are all technological devices and have similar components, they all contain important data. More specifically, information about the device owner. But who determines what happens to this data? Is it the owner’s decision or is it up to websites and companies who get their hands on it? This is where data privacy laws come into play. Here's a list of the most notable data privacy laws from around the world.

1. Data Privacy & Protection Laws From
Around The World
of people believe companies who
misuse user data should be held
accountable by the Government.
of U.S. adults believe there should
be more government regulation
on what companies can do with
people’s personal information.
-------------
of U.S. adults know little to nothing
about Data Protection Laws.
7 out of 10 Americans feel as though
their data is less secure today
than it was 5 years ago.
107+
countries worldwide have
Data Privacy and Protection
Laws in place.
63%
75%
75%
This act sets to regulate Australian
companies and Government agencies,
with over $3 million turnover, handling
of personal data. It also protects
Australian citizens’ data with a set of 13
Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
1988
-------------
https://unctad.org/en/Pages/DTL/STI_and_ICTs/IC
T4D-Legislation/eCom-Data-Protection-Laws.aspx
https://insights.comforte.com/6-countries-
with-gdpr-like-data-privacy-laws
https://digitalguardian.com/blog/what-pipeda-
personal-information-protection-and-electronic-
documents-act-understand-and-comply
-------------
Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados
LGPD is Brazil’s first law pertaining
to Data Privacy and Protection,
which unifies 40+ statutes
pertaining to personal data.
Companies who serve citizens of
Brazil are subject to this law.
(LGPD) , Brazil
Personal Data Protection Act
PDPA is similar to GDPR in many
ways, with some differences
pertaining to non-compliance
penalties. Thailand citizens have
the right to control the data
companies are obtaining, using,
and sharing about them.
(PDPA), Thailand
-------------California Consumer Privacy Act
California is one of the first states to pass
data privacy legislation in its constitution.
CCPA allows California citizens to view
the information that has been obtained
by companies and third-parties. This act
applies to companies who serve
California residents.
(CCPA), California, USA
General Data Protection Regulation
GDPR provides European Union citizens
with more control over their online personal
data, consent, and privacy. This law applies
to any business that offers goods or services
to EU citizens. This groundbreaking law has
been used as a premise for many other data
privacy laws around the world.
(GDPR), European Union
-------------
-------------
Cybersecurity Law
CSL is known for its strict regulations
pertaining to controls on internet
activities and storing data. The Ministry
of Public Service (MPS) has the right to
inspect computer networks remotely or
on-site. The law has been quite
controversial, especially when
compared to GDPR.
(CSL), China Protection Of Personal Information Act
POPI is often referred to as South Africa’s
GDPR equivalent. It outlines eight
principles focused on data consent,
privacy, and responsibility. It also states
that companies don’t need a subject’s
consent before processing their data.
(POPI), South Africa
-------------
-------------Personal Information Protection
and Electronics Documents Act
Canadian private companies who collect
personal data and information via
commercial activities are subject to
PIPEDA regulations. This act recognizes its
citizens' right to data privacy, and provides
them with the capability to access
personal information that is collected.
(PIPEDA), Canada
-------------
Data Privacy Act of 2012
The main focus of this act is to
protect the right to
communication privacy, while
still promoting growth and
innovation. It is applicable to all
businesses who gather data from
Filipino residents.
Philippines
The Privacy Act of 1988
Australia
August 2020
May 2020
Jan. 2020
May 2018
June 2017
April 2014
Act on Protection of Personal Information
APPI was one of the first data protection
laws in Asia. This law protects the
personal information and “special care-
required” information of Japan's citizens.
Citizens have the right to ask businesses
for access to their personal information
and the right to suspend its use.
(APPI), Japan
2003
April 2000
Sept. 2012
Sources
https://www.pewresearch.org/internet/wp-
content/uploads/sites/9/2019/11/Pew-Research-
Center_PI_2019.11.15_Privacy_FINAL.pdf
https://gdpr.eu/gdpr-vs-lgpd/
https://www.privacy.gov.ph/data-privacy-act/
https://www.privacypolicies.com/blog/popi-act/
Presented By:
BESTCELLPHONESPYAPPS.COM
-------------