🖱️ Data subject request letter
A data subject request letter is a letter sent by an individual to a company in order to request information about their personal data that is held by the company. The letter will typically include the individual's name, contact information, and a list of the specific information that they are requesting. The company is required by law to respond to the letter within a certain timeframe and to provide the requested information to the individual.
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Controller's Request For Additional Information in Response To Data Subject Access Request (UK & EU GDPR)
When a data subject exercises their right to access personal information held by a company or organization, the controller may require additional information to properly validate the requester's identity and fulfill their request. This template provides a legally compliant format for the controller to communicate such a request to the data subject.
Under the UK law, which adopts the EU's GDPR regulations, organizations are obligated to provide individuals with transparency and control over their personal data. The DSAR process is a fundamental right for individuals to inquire about the personal data being processed by an organization and ensures compliance with data protection regulations.
This template ensures that the controller requests supplementary information from the data subject to verify their identity, confirm their relationship with the organization, and clarify the specifics of the data they are seeking. It outlines the necessary steps to be taken by the data subject in providing the requested information and sets a reasonable timeframe for response.
Using this template, organizations can engage with data subjects in a consistent and legally sound manner, ensuring compliance with the UK and EU GDPR laws while appropriately managing access requests for personal data.
Publisher
Genie AIJurisdiction
England and Wales
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Request additional information
An individual can request additional information from a company to ensure their personal data is being processed correctly, to understand how their data is being used, or to exercise their right to data portability.
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