GDPR Data Protection Policy Template

Easily create your GDPR data protection policy using this customisable template

Clear and effective policies are a key part of GDPR compliance.

If you are unsure what elements your data protection policy should include or where to start, this template, created by our expert GDPR practitioners, can help you create one in minutes, enabling you to fulfil your Article 24 obligations.

Data protection policies under the GDPR

The GDPR came into effect on 25 May 2018.

The GDPR states that, “Where proportionate in relation to processing activities, [measures] shall include the implementation of appropriate data protection policies by the controller.”

Policies are high-level documents that define principles, rather than detailing how, what and when things should be done.

Policies must be:

• Capable of implementation;
• Enforceable; and
• Concise and easy to understand.

A data protection policy also needs to balance protection against productivity.

If you are not sure how to go about making a policy that can achieve all of this, our customisable GDPR Data Protection Policy can help.

Complete set of GDPR documentation

Accelerate your GDPR compliance implementation project with the comprehensive set of easy-to-use and customisable documentation in the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Documentation Toolkit.

Alternatively, you can purchase more individual GDPR templates from IT Governance here.

Technical information

• The GDPR Data Protection Policy is available for immediate download. After purchasing, you will receive an email with a download link.
• The GDPR Data Protection Policy is suitable for organisations of all sizes and types in any location.
• If the template is updated within 12 months of your purchase, we will send you the newest version for free.
• Updates resulting from new data protection legislation are not included.
• The GDPR Data Protection Policy is designed for all business types and is easily customisable in Microsoft Word.

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