What is data processing?

Processing refers to any operation performed on personal data. This broad definition covers collection, recording, organisation, even storage of personal data.

This remains the case whether your business is processing the data of its own employees or external users.

Some examples of data processing include:

• Monitoring behaviour (through cookies & analytics)

• Sending transactional or marketing emails

• Offering products

• Offering services

• Processing the personal data of your business’s own employees

• Storing data (e.g. keeping backups (even if in cold storage))