Chapter 3 · Rights of the Data Subject

Article 21Right to object

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People can object to processing based on legitimate interests or public task, and have an absolute right to object to direct marketing — at which point you must stop using their data for it.

Key points

  • Objection to direct marketing is absolute and must be honoured.
  • For other bases, you must stop unless you show compelling legitimate grounds.
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