Data protection and security

Subject access request (SAR)

  • Data protection and security

Definition

A formal request by an individual for a copy of the personal data an organisation holds about them.

Also called

SAR, Subject access request

For your role

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Why it matters

Organisations usually have one month to respond, so data must be findable.

Where it is used

Privacy teams, HR and customer service.