Understanding the Essence of GDPR
Le RGPD, ou Règlement Général sur la Protection des Données, représente un ensemble de règles régissant le traitement des informations personnelles au sein de l’Union européenne. Il a été récemment actualisé pour s’adapter aux avancées technologiques et sociétales, notamment la montée en puissance du numérique et du commerce en ligne. En parallèle avec la loi française de 1978 sur la protection des données, le RGPD renforce le contrôle des individus sur leurs données personnelles. En fournissant un cadre juridique cohérent, il offre aux professionnels travaillant en Europe la confiance nécessaire pour mener leurs activités numériques.
On November 24, 2022, the CNIL announced its action plan to protect users' privacy and ensure the compliance of mobile applications. Given that mobile applications represent a major gateway to digital content and services, the CNIL is committed to protecting users' privacy through this action plan.
Understanding Personal Data
The term "personal data" refers to any information relating to an identifiable individual, either directly or indirectly. This can include identifiers such as names or customer numbers, as well as biometric data, physical, cultural, or social characteristics. A person may be identified using one data point or a combination of multiple data points.
Regarding the processing of personal data, it encompasses a wide range of actions, regardless of the method used. This includes collection, recording, organization, storage, modification, extraction, consultation, use, transmission, dissemination, or provision of data through any form of communication. It's important to note that the processing of personal data includes both paper and computerized records.
Application Development and Responsibility
Any business that owns an application must comply with the GDPR if it processes personal data from individuals located in the European territory through this application. Therefore, it must ensure that its data processing process adheres to GDPR laws.
Chez Nxtya, nous intégrons dès la conception de l’application les spécificités liées à la loi RGPD et à la protection des données personnelles. Cela signifie que les aspects relatifs à la définition des données collectées, leur finalité et les techniques de collecte sont pris en compte dès les premiers échanges entre notre agence et le client.
Overall, it is imperative that application users are informed about the collection of their personal data and its purpose. Moreover, their voluntary consent must be obtained before any data collection. They must also have the option to rectify or contest this collection at any time. Lastly, collected data must be recognized as necessary for the service expected and must be secure.
Sanctions for Non-Compliance with GDPR
In cases of GDPR non-compliance, the CNIL can issue a range of sanctions, from warnings to administrative fines. These fines can be particularly heavy, reaching up to €20 million or 4% of the company's annual global revenue, in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation. Additionally, these fines can be made public.iger d’amendes administratives. Ces sanctions peuvent être particulièrement lourdes, allant jusqu’à 20 millions d’euros ou 4 % du chiffre d’affaires annuel mondial de l’entreprise, conformément au règlement général sur la protection des données. De plus, elles peuvent être rendues publiques.
Recommended Practices for GDPR-Compliant Application Development
Gestion des Consentements
It is essential for your application users to be informed about data processing and their rights through accessible mentions on every page of your application and a clearly visible privacy policy.
Record of Processing Activities and Data Mapping
When processing data, it is necessary to map the transmission of these data. Therefore, any organization must maintain a record of processing activities, which includes a comprehensive analysis starting from the application design phase, whether web or mobile. This record should cover various aspects such as data collection locations, individuals involved in processing, categories of data processed, purpose of collection, individuals with data access, retention duration, and security measures.
Transparency of Information
It is imperative to respect transparency and information obligations when collecting personal data via an application. This includes informing users about data collection, justifying processing, obtaining clear consent through a checkbox, prohibiting the use of data for purposes other than those specified, identifying entities with data access, retention duration, informing users about their rights (right to deletion, access, objection, and rectification), and providing modalities for exercising these rights.
Data Retention and Right to Erasure
It is crucial to secure all personal data related to a mobile application. The level of protection must depend on the sensitivity of stored data. Sensitive data require stricter protection to avoid any discrimination. Additionally, users should have the ability to request data deletion at any time.
Data Security
Ensuring the security of personal information collected through your web or mobile application was already essential before GDPR came into effect. It is crucial for all personal data to be secure, regardless of type. Depending on the type of data collected, a data protection impact assessment may be necessary, but only for projects presenting significant risks to individuals' rights and freedoms. It's essential to ensure that your application meets GDPR requirements and identifies areas needing additional protection.
En conclusion, il est désormais clair que le RGPD a un impact majeur sur le secteur du app development, et il est essentiel que les entreprises et les développeurs d’applications adoptent des pratiques conformes à cette réglementation pour assurer la protection des données personnelles de leurs utilisateurs.
