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What is the GDPR?

The General Data Protection Regulation (“EUGDPR”) is a European legal framework that became effective on May 25, 2018. The UK subsequently adopted it following Brexit – this is where you may hear the term the “UKGDPR”.  

The purpose of the GDPR is to protect, collect, and manage personal data (i.e. data about individuals). It concerns all companies (including sole traders) in the UK or EU who hold or otherwise process personal data of people in the UK or EU. It also applies to companies outside the UK or EU that offer goods or services to individuals in the UK or EU or who monitor their behaviour there.

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Sage GDPR legal disclaimer

The information contained on this website is for general guidance purposes only. It should not be substituted for, and is not intended to be, legal advice.

We would like to stress that there is no substitute for customers conducting their own detailed investigations or seeking their own legal advice if they are unsure of the implications of GDPR on their businesses.

While every effort has been made to ensure that the information provided on this website is correct and up to date, Sage issues no guarantees as to completeness or accuracy; moreover, this information is being delivered on an “as is” basis without any warranties, whether express or implied.

Sage will not accept any liability for errors or omissions and will not be held liable for any damages (including, but not limited to, damage from loss of business or loss of profits) arising in contract, tort, or otherwise from the use of or reliance on this information or from any action or decisions taken as a result of using this information.

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