Definition
The right to rectification is a legal principle under data protection laws, especially in the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union. It allows people to request corrections to inaccurate data about them.
Main Aspects of the Right to Rectification
- No charges: People do not pay to correct their data.
- Notification of corrections: When data is shared with third parties, the organization must inform them about any corrections made.
- Correction of inaccurate data: If a person realizes that an organization has erroneous or partial information about them, they have the right to request data rectification.
- Data integrity: The right ensures personal data is accurate and complete.
- Digital and manual records: This right covers all types of data, whether paper or digital.
- Empowering individuals: Accurate data enhances fairness and accuracy when eligibility for services is ascertained based on personal data.
- Timeliness: Organisations are expected to implement the corrections promptly without unnecessary delays.