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Section 2(x)Core Concepts
Processing of Personal Data
Processing includes operations on digital personal data such as collection, storage, use, sharing, restriction, erasure and destruction.
Meaning and legal context
Read-only access, backups and disclosures may qualify even when data is not sold. Assess each operation, its purpose and the organisation's role.
Practical application
Map collection, use, sharing and deletion, not only storage.
Related concepts
Official sources and editorial review
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