UAE PDPL

Ensure Compliance With the Constantly Evolving Laws and Policies Governing
Data Protection and Privacy inthe UAE

What is UAE PDPL?

The Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 regarding the Protection of Personal Data (‘the Law’) became effective on 2 January 2022, and it is the UAE’s first federally applicable, Data Protection Law. The Law follows key international data protection principles and best practices, such as those found within the GDPR, and marks a positive step towards greater data protection harmonization with international standards that is a necessity in today’s interconnected age, which is characterized by cross border data flows on an international level.

Who is impacted?

The UAE PDPL applies to:

1. People residing in or who have a place of business that processes personal data.

2. Companies based in the UAE that handle personal data of people living in or traveling to the UAE.

3. Businesses based outside of the UAE that handle personal information of UAE residents.

What are the penalties for
non-compliance?

Penalties for violations are not specified in the PDPL. The ensuing Executive Regulations are anticipated to contain a description of the severity of the penalties. If a data subject has grounds to suspect that a controller or processor has violated the PDPL, they may complain to the UAE Data Office. The Council of Ministers may decide to apply administrative sanctions as part of its decision.

How can DPOsphere help?

The team of data protection officers at DPOsphere is professionally qualified, and they can help you through the Middle Eastern states’ diverse data protection frameworks. The team can assist you in ensuring compliance with the constantly evolving laws and policies governing data protection and privacy in the UAE.

We provide the following services:

Creating and implementing a framework for data privacy

Customized advice on data protection for your organization

Outsourced Data Protection Officer (DPO) services for personnel, senior management, or the board of directors

Review of current data privacy policies to ensure compliance with laws currently in effect.

How to Operationalize the PDPL in an Organization

Organizations must adhere to PDPL in order to:

Organize and classify sensitive and non-sensitive personal data in their data inventories;

Explain the processing of personal data by formal, transparent policies and privacy notices;

Formally establish data collecting and processing rules and procedures (consent framework, etc.), and as necessary, update privacy policies;

Put in place reliable notification procedures for data breaches;

Identify the requirement for the DPO appointment;

Establish a thorough framework for data subject requests;

Put organizational and technical security safeguards in place to safeguard their processing activities;

PDPL rigorous cross-border standards are met by mapping their processes, identifying cross-border data transfers from the UAE to other nations;

Assess the risks associated with vendors, personal information protection, and other factors.

Create a system that can scan and monitor data processing activity and provide ROPA reports for compliance;

Why Choose Us?

DPOsphere helps global corporations abide by the relevant laws. By doing this, businesses gain the trust of their customers and
develop stronger, longer-lasting business
partnerships.

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To determine the data flow within a group of businesses, DPOsphere does thorough data mapping. In light of this, we assist our clients in closing any gaps that are now present. The adoption of privacy rules, organizational and technical safeguards, contractual agreements, protocols for data breaches, and demands from data subjects are all included in this. We can carve out legal exceptions for cultural differences while keeping an eye on our customers’ larger commercial interests thanks to our multilingual team of lawyers and DPOsphere experts.

To reap these benefits, firms must first have a thor ough awareness of the domestic and international regulations that govern their operations and industry. DPOsphere’s jurisdictions are focused on assessments and audits related to specific domain components like as data security. These reassessments and audits are critical for maintaining a system’s viability and avoiding legal violations while meeting statutory, regulatory, security, and contractual duties.

DPOsphere addresses these requirements while also providing the simplicity of use and flexibility required to ensure compliance with the legislation applicable to your firm. Maintain compliance and peace of mind while growing your organization by choosing DPOsphere, relying on our cutting-edge technology and legal experience.