Overview
Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) Article 14 establishes the Controller’s obligation to ensure that personal data is accurate, complete, up to date, and relevant before it is processed. The Controller must take sufficient steps to verify that the data collected or used aligns with the lawful purpose and complies with the requirements of the Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL).
This Article safeguards the quality and reliability of personal data throughout the processing lifecycle.
SDAIA's Official Text
The text below reproduces official PDPL law, regulation, or guideline issued by the Saudi Data & AI Authority, verified against the original SDAIA source. No changes or reinterpretation applied.
Article 14
The Controller may not process Personal Data without taking sufficient steps to verify the Personal Data accuracy, completeness, timeliness and relevance to the purpose for which it is collected in accordance with the provisions of the Law.
Plain-Language Explanation
The explanation below is provided to help you understand the SDAIA’s legal text and does not replace or override the official PDPL law, regulation, or guideline.
Verify Accuracy And Relevance Before Processing
This provision requires the Controller to take sufficient steps to verify that personal data is accurate, complete, current, and relevant before processing it. The data must match the purpose for which it is collected and must comply with the Law.
The Controller must ensure that the information is factually correct and free from errors. The data must also include all necessary details and must not contain outdated or irrelevant content.
The provision ensures that personal data directly supports the lawful purpose and is not excessive or unnecessary.
