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Passwords – are they safe..?
Many people think of passwords simply as a nuisance, a barrier between us and trying to access the websites and services we need. On the other hand, some go the extra mile in creating passwords that are as strong as possible. This can be done by utilising a range of...
The Rights of an Individual
Data protection is all about the rights of an individual and the systems you need to have in place to comply with the requests that, sooner or later, you will be faced with from the people whose data you may hold or process. Knowing what those individual rights are...
The Six Principles Underpinning GDPR
We know that GDPR is unavoidable for businesses of every size and scope. We also know that the requirements are considerable, and at times they can even feel overwhelming. Don’t worry. Help is out there in the battle to understand exactly how you and your business...
Building your data inventory
It is always worth bearing in mind that, whether we are aware of the fact or not, the data which our businesses rely on builds up over time. It becomes a sort of inventory even if we don’t plan for it so that inventory has to be organised. We don’t just do this to...
Processing Your Data In A Lawful Way
When it comes to GDPR, even a short title such as the one above can provoke a range of questions... What is the definition of processing? What are the lawful ways of processing? How can I make sure I’m complying with them? What data does this even apply to..? Relax...
Knowing your data and how to handle it.
It is a sobering thought that every one of us has a long, intricate trail of data in the wider world. Personal data, including email addresses, names, where we live, our families, friends, employment records, IP addresses... Each trail is specific to us; its contents...