Profiling-Verbot (EN)

Profiling-Verbot

The Profiling-Verbot is the prohibition of automated processing of personal data to evaluate certain personal aspects. In particular, you may not make predictions about work performance, economic situation, health or personal preferences. This prohibition is enshrined in the DSGVO and serves to protect the privacy and self-determination of the persons concerned.

In Context

• Typically used together with consent declaration and data minimization
• Related to: DSGVO, Datenschutzgrundverordnung, Automated Decision Making
• Example use: A company may not automatically reject credit applications based on profiling of the applicant's financial situation