Privacy Management in Greece: Navigating GDPR and National Regulations

See how Responsum supports data privacy management in Greece.

Greece has a unique data protection framework, blending GDPR requirements with national provisions under Law 4624/2019. The Hellenic Data Protection Authority (HDPA) actively enforces compliance, particularly in public sector data use, surveillance regulations, and financial services privacy. Organizations operating in Greece must address both EU and national privacy obligations to avoid penalties and ensure best practices.

With Responsum, privacy professionals in Greece can simplify compliance, enhance security, and automate privacy operations.

Understanding Privacy Laws in Greece

Law 4624/2019: What Businesses Need to Know

Greece’s Law 4624/2019 provides additional rules alongside GDPR, particularly affecting law enforcement, workplace surveillance, and biometric data processing. The HDPA issues strict guidance on how businesses should handle sensitive data, requiring increased transparency and security measures.

With Privacy Management by Responsum, businesses can track, document, and manage processing activities to ensure compliance with both Greek and EU regulations.

Meeting HDPA’s Expectations for Data Subject Requests (DSARs)

Greek organizations must process Data Subject Requests (DSARs) within one month under GDPR. However, the HDPA often conducts audits to ensure businesses provide timely and complete responses, making automation critical.

Responsum’s DSAR Management enables businesses to verify identities, track request progress, and maintain compliance logs, reducing legal risks.

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Overcoming Key Privacy Challenges in Greece

Assessing Data Risks with DPIAs

Greek law requires Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) for smart city projects, AI-driven profiling, and video surveillance systems. The HDPA frequently reviews DPIA procedures, making risk assessments an essential part of compliance.

With Risk Management, businesses can automate DPIAs, assess privacy risks, and implement safeguards to meet HDPA standards.

Navigating Cross-Border Data Transfers

Data transfers outside the EU must follow GDPR’s Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) and require Transfer Impact Assessments (TIAs). The HDPA imposes strict security expectations, particularly in sectors like healthcare and fintech.

Responsum’s Vendor Management helps businesses monitor third-party compliance, assess risk factors, and maintain audit trails for cross-border data flows.

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Strengthening Data Protection Strategies in Greece

Educating Employees on Privacy and Compliance

The HDPA emphasizes ongoing staff training to prevent privacy breaches and regulatory violations. Businesses in Greece must implement regular GDPR awareness sessions, phishing simulations, and sector-specific compliance programs.

With Privacy Awareness & Training, companies can train employees on evolving privacy laws, security best practices, and industry-specific requirements.

Responding to Data Breaches in Compliance with HDPA Rules

Greek law mandates that businesses report data breaches to the HDPA within 72 hours. Regulators expect detailed incident analysis and mitigation plans, with potential penalties for delayed or incomplete reporting.

With Incident Management, organizations can automate breach response workflows, analyze security threats, and implement corrective actions efficiently.

Why Responsum is the Leading GDPR Software for Data Privacy Management in Greece

"We were already keeping a good RoPA, but when we uploaded it into Responsum, it was such a relief to see our data instantly available for all the other modules. It just made things so much smoother!"

"As a data protection consultancy, having all our compliance documentation in one secure place is crucial, and Responsum makes it happen. The phishing modules and training are a great bonus."

"Having used Responsum for a while, I can attest to its instrumental role in ensuring GDPR compliance efficiently. The intuitive interface and responsive customer support make it easy to use, even for non-tech users."

"After a year of use, Responsum feels like a once-a-week part-time law student doing the administrative work for our privacy team."

"Responsum fully enables Swinz' ethical objectives of transparency and respect for data privacy."

"Responsum has repeatedly shown its value as a best-in-class privacy management tool. It has continued to meet the requirements of our global business through intelligent features, continuous improvement and, above all, their customer success team.”

Elevate Your Data Privacy Management in Greece

With HDPA’s rigorous oversight and evolving regulatory landscape, businesses in Greece must prioritize a structured and proactive approach to data privacy. Responsum provides an integrated solution to help organizations automate compliance, strengthen risk management, and streamline privacy operations.

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