- The protection of personal data has been taken under a constitutional guarantee in order to protect the right to privacy of individuals' private lives. This right is recognised as one of the fundamental human rights.
- The law lays down certain rules regarding the collection, processing, storage and sharing of personal data. This prevents unauthorised or misuse of data.
- In order to process personal data in accordance with the law, it is necessary to obtain explicit and informed consent from the data subject. This ensures that the individual has control over their data.
- Unlawful processing of personal data is subject to serious criminal sanctions. This allows individuals to assert their rights in the event of a breach of their data and reminds data processors of their responsibilities.