What is Amendment 13 to the Privacy Protection Law?
A comprehensive amendment to Israeli Privacy Protection Law strengthening personal data protection
Amendment 13 to the Privacy Protection Law is a significant change in Israeli legislation that strengthens personal data protection. Key provisions include:
- Expanded definitions- Broader definition of "personal data" and new "sensitive data" category
- Notification duty- Obligation to inform data subjects about collection and use of their data
- Informed consent- Requirement for explicit consent for processing sensitive data
- Data subject rights- Rights to access, correct, and delete personal data
- Officer appointment- Requirement to appoint a DPO in certain organizations
- Breach reporting- Obligation to report security incidents to authorities and data subjects
- Enhanced sanctions- Significant fines for law violations
The amendment aligns Israeli legislation with international standards like the European GDPR.
⚠️ This information is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For professional advice tailored to your organization, please consult a privacy protection expert.
Related Terms
Privacy Protection Law
The main Israeli law regulating personal data protection and privacy
GDPR - General Data Protection Regulation
European regulation protecting personal data, applying to any organization processing EU citizens' data
DPO - Data Protection Officer
A role responsible for overseeing data protection within an organization
Informed Consent
Consent given after receiving full information about how data will be used
Data Breach
A security incident where personal data is exposed, stolen, or accessed by unauthorized parties
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