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DPO (Personal Data Protection Officer)

Plain-language definition

An internal or external expert who advises an organization on privacy and oversees compliance.

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May 26, 2026updated

DPO (Data Protection Officer) may also be relevant for a security agency: cameras, incident records, work with the identity of visitors and employees. The DPO typically helps set up documentation, processes and response to data subject requests.

For smaller companies, this role is often outsourced as a service rather than a full-time position.

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Updated May 26, 2026