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/pərˌsɒnəl ˈdeɪtə prəˈtɛkʃən/ · per.son.al da.ta pro.tec.tion
noun
  1. The practice of safeguarding and controlling the collection, storage, and dissemination of personal information. The company implemented robust personal data protection measures to comply with new regulations.
  2. A set of laws, regulations, or guidelines designed to protect individuals' personal information from unauthorized access or misuse. The government introduced new personal data protection laws to address concerns about data breaches.
Did you know? The concept of personal data protection has evolved significantly since the 1960s, when the first data protection laws were introduced in Europe. Today, it is a critical aspect of digital citizenship and a key concern for individuals, organizations, and governments worldwide.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 17, 2026