Document background
The Data Privacy Notice is a mandatory document under both the EU GDPR and Belgian data protection law, required for any organization processing personal data of individuals in Belgium. This document must be provided to data subjects at the time their personal data is collected and serves as a primary transparency tool. The notice needs to be written in clear, plain language and must comply with Articles 13 and 14 of the GDPR, as well as specific requirements under the Belgian Data Protection Act of 2018. It should address all aspects of data processing, from collection to deletion, and must be available in the appropriate official language(s) depending on the Belgian region where it's used (Dutch, French, or German). The document should be regularly reviewed and updated to reflect any changes in data processing activities or regulatory requirements.
