# EU General Data Protection Regulation: A Gentle Introduction

arXiv: https://arxiv.org/abs/1806.03253 · HTML: https://mlsanity.com/paper/1806.03253/

## Key facts

- Cited by 2 papers in the map (data through 14 Oct 2026).
- First posted on arXiv 1 Jun 2018.

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## Abstract (arXiv)

The GDPR, or the Datenschutz Grundverordnung (DSGVO) in German, is an EU Law which addresses the subject of safeguarding privacy of personal data of the citizens of the EU and EEA. It also specifies how data the collected data might be transported out of the EU/EEA. It is the first genuine effort to unify the plethora of disparate privacy regulations put forward by different regulatory bodies. The GDPR aims to not only give more control over their personal data to the citizens, but also make conformance for businesses easier by defining unified guidelines. It also presses businesses, especially those dealing with sensitive personal data, to build their information systems in a way that confirms with Privacy by Design. These regulations aim to ensure a more transparent handling and processing of personal data, and create an environment of trust and awareness on both sides, i.e., the data owner as well as the controllers/processors.