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The Data Protection Authority (ANPD)

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On this topic page, you can find the IAPP’s collection of coverage, analysis and resources related to privacy in Brazil. The IAPP Resource Center also includes a “Latin America” topic page, which can be accessed here.

LGPD Law and Documents

Brazil’s General Data Protection Law (LGPD)
Brazil’s General Data Protection Law was passed Aug. 18, 2018. The law went into effect Sept. 18, 2020, with administrative sanctions able to be issued as of August 1, 2021.

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ARTICLE SERIES

Top 5 operational impacts of Brazil’s LGPD

This is a five-part series aimed at helping global privacy professionals better understand the operational impacts of Brazil’s new General Data Protection Law.
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Lessons from Brazilian DPA sanctions

This article discusses sanctions issued by Brazil’s data protection authority under the country’s relatively new General Data Protection Law.
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Brazil’s new regulation on international data transfers

This article outlines the details of Brazil’s long-awaited International Data Transfer Regulation.
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Children in the digital world: A Brazilian perspective

This articles explores the delicate balance between protecting children’s privacy and ensuring their safety in the digital realm.
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How Brazilian courts apply the LGPD

Opice Blum analyzed more than 400 decisions by state courts understand how the LGPD is being applied. This article breaks down trends to closely monitor.
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English translation of the LGPD

The IAPP Resource Center hosts an English translation of the Brazilian General Data Protection Law. This translation was based on an initial version by Monica Hruby.
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The Data Protection Authority (ANPD)

Lessons from Brazilian DPA sanctions to date

ANPD publishes monitoring report, upcoming regulatory agenda

ANPD releases inaugural inspections report

ANPD releases DPIA guidance

ANPD publishes investigation list

ANPD publishes new security incident reporting form

Measure gives ANPD independent body status

CNPD establishes internal regulations

ANPD updates guidance on processing agents, DPOs

ANPD ombudsman releases 2021 management report

ANPD releases infosecurity guide for small processors

ANPD publishes consumer data protection guide

Brazil’s DPA holds hearing on the regulation of investigative powers and penalties

Wimmer discusses ANPD’s LGPD buildup, priorities

What to know about Brazil’s DPA director appointments

The Role of the Brazilian Data Protection Authority under Brazil’s New Data Protection Law

Congress approves creation of Brazilian data protection authority, amends LGPD

Changes to Brazil’s data protection law and the establishment of the DPA

Brazil’s DPA has arrived: Is it a blessing or curse in disguise?

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Additional News and Resources

Brazil’s ANPD studies privacy in smart cities

Brazil’s ANPD publishes 2024 priorities roadmap

ANPD releases DPIA guidance

ANPD publishes investigation list

Information Security Standards for the main regulated sectors in Brazil

ANPD updates guidance on processing agents, DPOs

Brazilian Senate appoints commission to address, draft AI regulation

Brazilian Congress approves personal data protection amendment to constitution

CIPL, CEDIS — Effective LGPD Project

Brazilian government launches data protection guide

D&I programs and processing of employees’ personal data: Challenges and guidelines considering Brazil’s data protection legal framework

Data privacy and affirmative action: What is the applicable legal basis under LGPD?

Can mandatory consent be optional? Processing children’s personal data under Brazil’s LGPD

Does Brazil’s LGPD recognize gender identity, sexual orientation as sensitive personal data?

Wimmer discusses ANPD’s LGPD buildup, priorities

Brazilian SGD publishes guidelines for compliance with LGPD

Brazil’s DPO dilemma: How and who to choose?

Privacy Around the Globe: Brazil

Study: LGPD likely to require at least 50K DPOs in Brazil alone

Brazil’s LGPD now in effect — what does this mean for enforcement?

An overview of Brazil’s LGPD

Brazilian Senate reverses course, national privacy law in effect

In rapid-fire reversal, Brazil effectuates privacy law immediately

Understanding the LGPD: Basic Elements

WHITE PAPER

The challenge of adequacy with Brazil’s General Data Protection Law

How Brazil regulates children’s privacy and what to expect under the new data protection law

What are privacy pros grappling with in Brazil, Mexico?

Privacy and personal data protection in Brazil: 2019

How to be compliant with Brazil’s Data Protection Act

Brazilian Data Protection Law: A complex patchwork

Web con: ‘Understanding the New Brazil General Data Protection Law’

GDPR matchup: Brazil’s General Data Protection Law

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