Comparative Analysis of the European Union and Turkish Personal Data Protection Laws: Basic Principles, Legal Grounds, and Rights of Data Subjects

Authors : Adife Gül Evren

Pages : 39-64

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Publication Date : 2023-12-29

Article Type : Other Papers

Abstract :This study provides a brief overview of the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Turkish Personal Data Protection Law (KVKK), specifically examining their similarities and differences in terms of fundamental principles governing data processing, legal grounds for personal data processing, including for processing special categories of personal data, and the rights of data subjects. While a significant alignment is observed between the two regulations regarding fundamental principles, the study highlights differences, particularly in certain data processing conditions and regulations pertaining to the rights of relevant parties. It is noted that the coherence observed between the two legislations is also attributed to the proactive efforts of the Turkish Personal Data Protection Authority. In conclusion, despite disparities between the two legislations, the study underscores the commitment of Turkish authorities to ensure full compliance with the GDPR and asserts that comprehensive compliance can be attained through a holistic approach.
Keywords : KVKK, GDPR, kişisel evrilerin korunması, temel ilkeler, veri işleme şartları, ilgili kişi hakları, karşılaştırmalı analiz