If you’re in the web world you’ve no doubt heard of the EU’s new data protection and privacy regulation, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). But did you know that Australia also has it’s own Australian Data Privacy Regulations? If you collect customer information in either Australia or anywhere in the EU, it pays to be well informed about the new regulations in both places.
“The GDPR and Australian Data Privacy Regulations are moving in the same direction, but there are still some key differences that need clarification with respect to “serious harm”, breach notifications and timeframes, business size applications, and reporting requirements.”
This article outlines some of the key differences between the Australian Data Privacy Regulations and the GDPR: GDPR vs Australian data privacy regulations: 5 key differences
The official Australian Government resource is the OAIC: Australian Businesses and the EU General Data Protection Regulation
Related: Data Privacy – What are your obligations in Australia?
If you collect customer information in the EU or Australia and need assistance, get in touch.
