Who does the GDPR apply to?

The GDPR applies to any company that processes data of EU citizens, regardless of where that company is based.

What is considered personal data under the GDPR?

Personal data includes names, addresses, email addresses, bank details, medical information, photos, fingerprints, DNA, and posts on social networking sites.

What must companies do after a data breach?

Companies must report a data breach to the supervisory authority within 72 hours of discovery.

What is the right to be forgotten under the GDPR?

The right to be forgotten allows individuals to request that a company delete all personal data it holds about them.

How should companies manage visitor data to comply with the GDPR?

Companies should use a digital visitor registration system that securely stores data in the cloud for only as long as strictly necessary, with access limited to authorized personnel.

Written by Jill, Content Manager - Written: December 6, 2024 - Last updated: March 16, 2026

The GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) requires every company that processes personal data of EU citizens to handle that data with care - or face hefty fines. Six years after the regulation came into effect, many organizations still struggle with compliance. Take our 10-question quiz below to find out how well your company measures up.

The GDPR has fundamentally changed the rules around personal data, giving individuals more control and demanding transparency from organizations. This applies to data such as names, addresses, email addresses, financial records, medical information, photos, fingerprints, and even social media posts.

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Jill

Content Manager · Vizito

Jill is a content manager at Vizito with a passion for workplace innovation and visitor experience. She writes about facility management, security and the future of the modern workplace.