What is a Data Fiduciary?

A Data Fiduciary is an entity that determines the purpose and means of processing personal data—typically the business collecting customer or employee data.

Processors act on instructions; joint arrangements require clear accountability.

Data Fiduciaries owe notice, security, grievance, and rights-handling duties directly to data principals.

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