Chapter 3 · Rights of the Data Subject

Article 15Right of access by the data subject

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Anyone can ask whether you hold data about them and, if so, receive a copy plus information about how and why you process it. This is the Data Subject Access Request (DSAR).

Key points

  • Provide confirmation, a copy of the data, and the surrounding information.
  • Usually free, due within one month.
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