{"id":3031,"date":"2026-02-18T16:36:20","date_gmt":"2026-02-18T11:06:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trackmyhashtag.com\/blog\/?p=3031"},"modified":"2026-02-19T12:09:45","modified_gmt":"2026-02-19T06:39:45","slug":"7-gdpr-best-practices-and-how-to-be-compliant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trackmyhashtag.com\/blog\/7-gdpr-best-practices-and-how-to-be-compliant\/","title":{"rendered":"<strong>7 GDPR Best Practices And How To Be Compliant<\/strong>"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; column_padding_type=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; el_class=&#8221;text_block_wrapper&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; column_padding_type=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-9 vc_col-md-12&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;3032&#8243; image_size=&#8221;full&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;entrance&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; animation_movement_type=&#8221;transform_y&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text]Oliver Wendell Holmes is noted to have said something about missing all the fun if you obey all the rules. He does have a point; life doesn&#8217;t have to be all strict and serious. However, if you\u2019re handling people\u2019s data, you best obey all the rules.<\/p>\n<p>Yes, it\u2019s that serious. Everyone and their cousins are on the internet now and the opportunities online are amazing. However, this is only possible because there are rules and regulations guiding operations and conduct, especially data collection and processing. You won&#8217;t be reading this if you think your data isn&#8217;t safe on this site, will you?<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/emlaw.co.uk\/gdpr-guide-em-law\/\">General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)<\/a><\/strong> is why you can feel safe online without worrying about what websites do with your data. On the flip side, you also owe it to your website visitors and customers to protect their data. They have to feel confident that their sensitive information is safe on your website.<\/p>\n<p>Failure to comply with the GDPR is an invitation to penalties that will put you out of business fast. But that\u2019s not what you want. You want to know <strong>GDPR best practices<\/strong> like the back of your hand and follow them accordingly. Here\u2019s where to start.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trackmyhashtag.com\/blog\/7-gdpr-best-practices-and-how-to-be-compliant\/#What_is_GDPR\" >What is GDPR<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trackmyhashtag.com\/blog\/7-gdpr-best-practices-and-how-to-be-compliant\/#9_GDPR_principles\" >9 GDPR principles\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trackmyhashtag.com\/blog\/7-gdpr-best-practices-and-how-to-be-compliant\/#1_Lawfulness\" >1. Lawfulness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trackmyhashtag.com\/blog\/7-gdpr-best-practices-and-how-to-be-compliant\/#2_Fairness\" >2. Fairness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trackmyhashtag.com\/blog\/7-gdpr-best-practices-and-how-to-be-compliant\/#3_Transparency\" >3. Transparency\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trackmyhashtag.com\/blog\/7-gdpr-best-practices-and-how-to-be-compliant\/#4_Purpose_limitation\" >4. Purpose limitation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trackmyhashtag.com\/blog\/7-gdpr-best-practices-and-how-to-be-compliant\/#5_Data_minimization\" >5. Data minimization\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trackmyhashtag.com\/blog\/7-gdpr-best-practices-and-how-to-be-compliant\/#6_Accuracy\" >6. Accuracy\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trackmyhashtag.com\/blog\/7-gdpr-best-practices-and-how-to-be-compliant\/#7_Storage_limitation\" >7. Storage limitation\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trackmyhashtag.com\/blog\/7-gdpr-best-practices-and-how-to-be-compliant\/#8_Integrity\" >8. Integrity\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trackmyhashtag.com\/blog\/7-gdpr-best-practices-and-how-to-be-compliant\/#9_Confidentiality\" >9. Confidentiality<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trackmyhashtag.com\/blog\/7-gdpr-best-practices-and-how-to-be-compliant\/#7_GDPR_best_practices\" >7 GDPR best practices<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trackmyhashtag.com\/blog\/7-gdpr-best-practices-and-how-to-be-compliant\/#1_Get_familiar_with_the_GDPR\" >1. Get familiar with the GDPR\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trackmyhashtag.com\/blog\/7-gdpr-best-practices-and-how-to-be-compliant\/#2_Have_a_data_privacy_compliance_framework\" >2. Have a data privacy compliance framework<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trackmyhashtag.com\/blog\/7-gdpr-best-practices-and-how-to-be-compliant\/#3_Document_your_data_processing_activities\" >3. Document your data processing activities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trackmyhashtag.com\/blog\/7-gdpr-best-practices-and-how-to-be-compliant\/#4_Align_your_operations_with_GDPR_principles\" >4. Align your operations with GDPR principles\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trackmyhashtag.com\/blog\/7-gdpr-best-practices-and-how-to-be-compliant\/#5_Invest_in_technologies_that_help_with_GDPR_compliance\" >5. Invest in technologies that help with GDPR compliance\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trackmyhashtag.com\/blog\/7-gdpr-best-practices-and-how-to-be-compliant\/#6_Employ_a_Data_Protection_Officer_DPO\" >6. Employ a Data Protection Officer (DPO)\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trackmyhashtag.com\/blog\/7-gdpr-best-practices-and-how-to-be-compliant\/#7_Report_data_breaches_immediately\" >7. Report data breaches immediately<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trackmyhashtag.com\/blog\/7-gdpr-best-practices-and-how-to-be-compliant\/#Ground_your_business_on_GDPR_best_practices_and_thrive\" >Ground your business on GDPR best practices and thrive\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_GDPR\"><\/span><strong>What is GDPR<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Take a deep breath and release all pent-up tension about GDPR. Think of it as you would your football and computer game. Yes, even your candy crush. They\u2019re guided by rules. If you play by the rules, you\u2019re good, but if you don&#8217;t, well\u2026<\/p>\n<p>General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is basically a compilation of rules guiding how businesses collect and process data. It\u2019s the world\u2019s most revered set of data protection rules. This collection of regulations moderates how personal information is accessed and handled. It controls what businesses can do with personal data.<\/p>\n<p>So, if you can obey game rules to win, you can do the same with GDPR. Same principle, different spheres.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_GDPR_principles\"><\/span><strong>9 GDPR principles\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Talking about principles, GDPR isn&#8217;t some law a couple of gatekeepers slammed together to enslave businesses. Far from it. It is guided by nine <a href=\"https:\/\/ico.org.uk\/for-organisations\/uk-gdpr-guidance-and-resources\/data-protection-principles\/a-guide-to-the-data-protection-principles\/#:~:text=Accuracy,Accountability\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">core principles<\/a>. <strong>These principles teach you how to be compliant.<\/strong> Let\u2019s get to know them.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Lawfulness\"><\/span><strong>1. Lawfulness<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This principle demands that the way you collect and process data must be guided by law. <strong>There has to be a legal basis for gathering and using personal data.<\/strong> Also, you must ensure that whatever you do with the data does not breach any other law.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Fairness\"><\/span><strong>2. Fairness<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>How fair are you in managing your visitors and customers\u2019 data? GDPR expects an honest answer from you. <strong>Fairness means not using people\u2019s data in any way that will be detrimental and misleading. <\/strong>Ensure you use personal data only in ways that serve the best interest of the owners.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Transparency\"><\/span>3. <strong>Transparency\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Transparency demands that you be an open book to your users. And why not? If you have nothing to hide, you\u2019ll come clean about your <strong>data management processes<\/strong>. You owe it to your users to<strong> be open, clear and transparent about how you will use their confidential information.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Purpose_limitation\"><\/span>4. <strong>Purpose limitation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>People\u2019s data are not plastic bottles you reuse, recycle and repurpose. Let the purpose of your data gathering and processing be clear from the start and <strong>ensure you use the data strictly for the intended purpose.<\/strong> Any attempt to repurpose personal data without the owner\u2019s consent is a data breach.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Data_minimization\"><\/span>5. <strong>Data minimization\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>We\u2019ve all heard the saying, \u201cTake all you can and can all you get.\u201d Witty as it sounds, it doesn&#8217;t apply to people\u2019s confidential data. You have to take only what you need. The principle of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.experian.co.uk\/business\/glossary\/data-minimisation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">data minimization<\/a> demands that you<strong> take only what is necessary, adequate and relevant<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Accuracy\"><\/span>6. <strong>Accuracy\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Do all in your power to ensure <strong>that the personal data you collect is accurate.<\/strong> If you need to update the data to ensure accuracy, do so. If you discover misleading or inaccurate data, take reasonable steps to erase or amend it.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Storage_limitation\"><\/span>7. <strong>Storage limitation\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you have the habit of storing stuff you don&#8217;t need just because you think it might be useful someday, ditch that habit at home. <strong>The storage limitation principle requires that you don&#8217;t keep your customers and website visitors\u2019 personal data longer than you need it.<\/strong> Be sure to review the data you hold from time to time to erase and anonymize them when necessary.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Integrity\"><\/span><strong>8. Integrity\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Before people entrust their data to you, they must be assured that you have security measures in place to protect their data. <strong>The integrity of your business lies in your ability to secure your clients\u2019 and website visitors\u2019 data. <\/strong>Hence, your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trackmyhashtag.com\/blog\/what-should-marketers-know-about-cyber-security\/\">cybersecurity measures<\/a> must be airtight.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Confidentiality\"><\/span>9. <strong>Confidentiality<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The confidentiality principle demands that only people authorized to handle and process data are doing it. <strong>You have a duty to treat all data committed to your care with utmost confidentiality. <\/strong>This builds customer trust over time and improves your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trackmyhashtag.com\/blog\/brand-awareness\/\">brand awareness<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>You now have a solid understanding of the foundation GDPR is built on. You also have a clearer perspective on how to be compliant. It\u2019s time to learn the best practices.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_GDPR_best_practices\"><\/span><strong>7 GDPR best practices<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usertesting.com\/blog\/gdpr-opt-in-form-examples\">GDPR best practice examples<\/a> abound all over the internet. However, knowing these practices is not enough. What you need is compliance. If you know the rules of a game and you don&#8217;t obey them, you will be disqualified. The practices highlighted below will guide you in complying with the GDPR.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Get_familiar_with_the_GDPR\"><\/span>1. <strong>Get familiar with the GDPR\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You can&#8217;t practice what you don&#8217;t know. <strong>The first step to being compliant with the GDPR is to read it thoroughly and be familiar with the requirements.<\/strong> This knowledge is the foundation on which you\u2019ll build compliance.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Have_a_data_privacy_compliance_framework\"><\/span>2. <strong>Have a data privacy compliance framework<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Having a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.osano.com\/articles\/eu-u.s.-data-privacy-framework-dpf\">data privacy compliance framework<\/a> is one of the smartest actions to take if your goal is to comply with the GDPR. <strong>This framework is a collection of policies, tools, roles and processes that enable your organization to define, execute, oversee and update its data privacy practices.\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A data privacy compliance framework gives you a structure that allows you to manage personal data and helps you operate in compliance with the GDPR. Not only do you need this framework, you must continually improve on it.<\/p>\n<p>In addition, consider implementing a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cyera.com\/platform\/dspm\">robust DSPM protocol<\/a> that enables automated, continuous discovery and classification of sensitive data across your cloud environments. It maps data flows, identifies exposures such as open S3 buckets, and monitors access in real time\u2014giving organizations the visibility and control needed to maintain compliance with regulations like GDPR, HIPAA and CCPA.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Document_your_data_processing_activities\"><\/span><strong>3. Document your data processing activities<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Creating an inventory of every personal data your company holds is one of the best practices of GDPR compliance. <strong>Document where all data is from, what you do with it and who can access it.<\/strong> This document is called a <strong>GDPR diary<\/strong>. It will map the data flow in your company, giving you a clear picture of how you manage data.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Align_your_operations_with_GDPR_principles\"><\/span>4. <strong>Align your operations with GDPR principles\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>See why it\u2019s important to get acquainted with GDPR principles? <strong>There\u2019s no better GDPR practice than letting its principles guide every action you take regarding data.<\/strong> Create a checklist based on these pillars that\u2019s ticked whenever you\u2019re handling personal data. This will help you stay compliant.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Invest_in_technologies_that_help_with_GDPR_compliance\"><\/span><strong>5. Invest in technologies that help with GDPR compliance\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As discussed earlier, one of the core principles of GDPR is integrity. <strong>To have integrity, you must invest in technologies that help secure your customers\u2019 and website visitors\u2019 data.<\/strong> Ensure your software provider has firewalls and encryption features to protect data from hackers and other online attacks.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Employ_a_Data_Protection_Officer_DPO\"><\/span>6. <strong>Employ a Data Protection Officer (DPO)\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You can easily slow down on GDPR compliance if there\u2019s no one dedicated to it. It\u2019s a no-brainer \u2013 with all the tasks that come with business management, it\u2019s easy to skip some vital GDPR practice. To ensure this doesn&#8217;t happen,<strong> have a staff fully dedicated to ensuring your company complies with data privacy and protection laws.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Besides, it\u2019s stated in the GDPR itself that there must be a <a href=\"https:\/\/edps.europa.eu\/data-protection\/data-protection\/reference-library\/data-protection-officer-dpo_en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Data Protection Officer<\/a> to oversee the data protection strategy. Employing one is complying with the law.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Report_data_breaches_immediately\"><\/span>7. <strong>Report data breaches immediately<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There&#8217;s no perfect system. Regardless of how well your GDPR compliance structure is, sometimes, mistakes happen. <strong>When these mistakes happen and data privacy is breached, you have an obligation to report it immediately to a supervisory authority such as the Data Protection Association (DPA). <\/strong>This body will then take the necessary action.<\/p>\n<p>Don&#8217;t attempt to cover up any <a href=\"https:\/\/commission.europa.eu\/law\/law-topic\/data-protection\/reform\/rules-business-and-organisations\/obligations\/what-data-breach-and-what-do-we-have-do-case-data-breach_en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">data breach<\/a> in your organization. If you do, you\u2019ll only be making matters worse. The breach will be discovered and the penalty will be higher.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ground_your_business_on_GDPR_best_practices_and_thrive\"><\/span><strong>Ground your business on GDPR best practices and thrive\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Just as no one can win a game without following the rules, no business can thrive in this digital age without complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). To win in business, you must handle your customers\u2019 and website visitors\u2019 data in line with the GDPR.<\/p>\n<p>When you check all the GDPR principles boxes in your business, you avoid fines and penalties. You also boost your company\u2019s reputation by demonstrating a commitment to data privacy with a solid records management plan and a reliable <a href=\"https:\/\/corodata.com\/records-storage-services\/archive-records-storage\">document archiving service<\/a> to protect sensitive information. 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