Understanding GDPR Article 17: The Right to Erasure
GDPR's Article 17 grants individuals the 'right to erasure', often known as the 'right to be forgotten'. This means individuals have the right to request the deletion or removal of personal data where there is no compelling reason for its continued processing. Understanding this right is crucial for organizations handling personal data.
This right is not absolute and only applies in certain circumstances. For example, it does not apply if the processing is necessary for compliance with a legal obligation or for the establishment, exercise, or defense of legal claims.