Israel
SubstantialProtection of Privacy Law 5741-1981 (amended)
Authority: Privacy Protection Authority (PPA) | Enforcement: Active | Enacted: January 1981
Overview
Israel's privacy law dates to 1981 with significant amendments. It has EU adequacy status. The Privacy Protection Authority enforces database registration and compliance. Comprehensive reform proposed to modernise the framework.
14-Topic Coverage
Data Protection Authority
Fully AddressedPPA oversees database registration, compliance, and enforcement.
Consent Requirements
Fully AddressedConsent required for collection and use. Database registration obligations.
Data Subject Rights
Fully AddressedRights to access, correction, and deletion of data in registered databases.
Cross-Border Transfer
Fully AddressedTransfers to adequate countries. Additional safeguards for other jurisdictions.
Breach Notification
Partially AddressedRegulations require notification to PPA for security incidents. Individual notification evolving.
DPO Requirements
Partially AddressedDatabase manager must be appointed. Information security officer required for certain databases.
Children's Data
Partially AddressedGeneral provisions apply. Student data has specific protections.
Penalties & Enforcement
Fully AddressedCriminal penalties for privacy violations. Administrative enforcement through PPA.
Sector-Specific Rules
Fully AddressedBanking, health, credit, and telecom sector specific data rules.
Cookie/Tracking
Not AddressedNo specific cookie regulation.
AI & Automated Decisions
Partially AddressedAI policy framework published. No specific legislation yet.
Data Localisation
Not AddressedNo general data localisation requirement.
Significant Data Fiduciary
Not AddressedDatabase registration tiered by size but no SDF equivalent.
Government Data
Fully AddressedGovernment databases subject to registration and compliance. Freedom of Information Law applies.
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