Glossary
Data Minimization
Data minimization means only taking what you need - like asking for just an email address instead of collecting home address, phone, and birthday when not necessary.
What is Data Minimization?
The principle of collecting and retaining only the minimum amount of personal data necessary to fulfill a specific purpose.
Why Should You Care?
Data minimization reduces risk exposure and is a core GDPR principle. Less data means less to protect and less damage if breached.
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Real-World Example
An e-commerce site redesigns their checkout to only require shipping address rather than also collecting billing address when using PayPal.
How to Protect Against Data Minimization
- 1.
Audit current data collection practices
- 2.
Remove unnecessary data fields from forms
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