Implementing Regulation of PDPL Article 6 gives individuals the right to request a copy of their personal data that is held by a Controller. The data must be provided in a readable and accessible format—usually an electronic copy, though a printed version may be requested if feasible.
However, this right is not absolute. It cannot be used in ways that might infringe on the rights of others—for example, by exposing trade secrets or other people’s data. When fulfilling a request, the Controller must ensure that only the requesting individual’s data is shared.
Subject to the provisions of Article (16) of the Law, the Data Subject has the right to request a copy of their Personal Data in a readable and clear format, subject to the following:
Implementing Regulation of PDPL Article 6 (1)
Respect Others' Rights
Exercising the right to access Personal Data should not negatively impact the rights of others, such as intellectual property rights or trade secrets.
Implementing Regulation of PDPL Article 6 (2)
Format of Delivery
The Personal Data is provided to the Data Subject in a commonly used electronic format and the Data Subject may request a printed hard copy if feasible.
Implementing Regulation of PDPL Article 6 (3)
No Third-Party Disclosure
When granting a Data Subject access to their Personal Data, the Controller shall ensure that it does not involve disclosing Personal Data that identifies another individual.
Explanation of Implementing Regulation of PDPL Article 6
No disclosure of third-party data or sensitive business info:
Implementing Regulation of PDPL Article 6 (1) says, your request must not affect others’ intellectual property, secrets, or privacy.
Data must be provided in common digital format, print if possible:
Implementing Regulation of PDPL Article 6 (2) says, you can get your data electronically and request a printed copy if feasible.
Request must not reveal other individuals' personal data:
Implementing Regulation of PDPL Article 6 (3) says, the Controller must ensure the data copy excludes any information that identifies others.
