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Sections 4–6Processing & Consent
Purpose Limitation
Purpose limitation keeps processing tied to the lawful, specified purpose for which data is collected or otherwise permitted.
Meaning and legal context
Section 6 consent relates to a specified purpose and necessary personal data. Reusing data for a new purpose requires a fresh assessment of the processing ground.
Practical application
Write clear purpose statements before adding new uses.
Related concepts
Official sources and editorial review
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