Document background
A Privacy Notice Statement is a fundamental document required under both the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Belgian data protection law. It must be provided whenever personal data is collected from individuals in Belgium, whether directly or indirectly. The document serves as a primary transparency tool, informing data subjects about how their personal data is processed, their rights under privacy laws, and how these rights can be exercised. Under Belgian law, particular attention must be paid to language requirements, specific national derogations from GDPR, and additional requirements set by the Belgian Data Protection Authority. The Privacy Notice Statement should be regularly reviewed and updated to reflect changes in processing activities, organizational practices, or legal requirements. It's essential for establishing trust with data subjects and demonstrating compliance with privacy regulations.
