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Biometric Data and GDPR: Balancing Privacy and Progress

Biometric Data and GDPR: Balancing Privacy and Progress
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Arthur
20.11.2024

Biometric data is transforming the way we secure, identify, and interact with technology. From unlocking your phone with your face to using voice recognition for banking, the convenience and security it offers are undeniable. But with great technology comes great responsibility—especially when it comes to protecting personal data. Enter GDPR, the European regulation that makes sure companies handle biometric data with care.

In this article, we’ll break down what biometric data is, why it’s so important to protect it, and how your organization can use it responsibly while staying on the right side of GDPR. 

Table of Contents:

What Is Biometric Data Anyway?

Why Is Biometric Data So Sensitive?

How to Use Biometric Data Responsibly

Recommendations for Keeping It Safe, and Compliant

The Bottom Line

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