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nFADP

Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (revised)

In force Rest of world privacy

Switzerland's revised law, closely aligned with the GDPR, with fines aimed at responsible individuals.

At a glance

Who it applies to
Organizations processing personal data of people in Switzerland.
Who enforces it
Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner
When
In effect since 1 September 2023.

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Recent developments

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