Irish DPC publishes children's privacy guidelines

21/12/2021 | Irish Data Protection Commission

The Irish Data Protection Commission has published its Fundamentals for a Child-Oriented Approach to Data Processing. The guidance introduces principles and recommended best practices for children's data protection during processing activities. The DPC said children "cannot be expected to manage this process themselves" and expects the guidelines to "create safer, more appropriate and more privacy-respecting online environments."

UPDATE: 260321 - The Centre for Information Policy Leadership (CIPL) published comments and recommendations on the DPC's draft guidance.

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