The rights in relation to automated decision making

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Understanding GDPR Provisions on Automated Decision-Making

Overview

GDPR regulates automated decision-making and profiling, ensuring transparency and fairness in data processing.

Automated Decision-Making

Automated decision-making involves:

  • Definition: Decisions made solely by automated means without human intervention.
  • Examples: Online loan approvals, recruitment aptitude tests.

GDPR Compliance

Automated decision-making is allowed only under specific circumstances:

  • Necessity: For contract entry, explicit consent, or legal authorization.

Responsibilities

Organizations conducting automated decision-making must:

  • Transparency: Inform individuals about the processing and their rights.
  • Human Intervention: Allow individuals to request human intervention or challenge decisions.
  • Regular Checks: Ensure system accuracy and functionality through regular assessments.

Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA)

Due to the high risk, organizations must conduct a DPIA:

  • Risk Assessment: Identify and address risks associated with automated decision-making.

Privacy Statement

All relevant information should be included in the privacy policy:

  • Inclusion: Specify details of processing and lawful basis in the privacy statement.
  • Compliance: Ensure alignment with GDPR privacy principles.