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Ecuadorian Organic Law on Data Protection

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Maximum Fine
1.7% of revenue
Scope
National
Regulator
DPA
Enacted
2021

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Overview

The Organic Law on Data Protection establishes comprehensive requirements for the processing of personal data in Ecuador, introducing modern data protection standards and enforcement mechanisms.

Key Facts

  • Enacted in 2021
  • Enforced by Data Protection Authority
  • Includes strict consent requirements

Key Principles

Lawfulness and Consent

Personal data must be processed lawfully and with proper authorization.

Requirements

  • Obtain explicit consent
  • Document legal basis
  • Maintain consent records
  • Regular compliance reviews
  • Enable consent withdrawal

Examples

  • Consent collection forms
  • Legal basis documentation
  • Consent withdrawal mechanisms
  • Compliance records

Transparency

Organizations must be transparent about their data processing activities.

Requirements

  • Clear privacy notices
  • Processing purpose disclosure
  • Data sharing information
  • Rights notification
  • Regular updates

Examples

  • Privacy policies
  • Data processing notices
  • Rights information
  • Communication records

Data Security

Implementation of appropriate technical and organizational security measures.

Requirements

  • Security risk assessments
  • Technical safeguards
  • Staff training
  • Incident response
  • Regular audits

Examples

  • Security protocols
  • Training programs
  • Incident plans
  • Audit reports

Compliance Requirements

Registration Requirements

Organizations must register their data processing activities with the Data Protection Authority.

Implementation Steps

  • Complete registration process
  • Document processing activities
  • Pay registration fees
  • Maintain current registration
  • Update when changes occur

Required Documentation

  • Registration certificates
  • Processing records
  • Payment receipts
  • Update history
  • Change notifications

Impact Assessments

Conduct data protection impact assessments for high-risk processing activities.

Implementation Steps

  • Identify high-risk processing
  • Assess potential impacts
  • Document findings
  • Implement safeguards
  • Regular reviews

Required Documentation

  • Assessment reports
  • Risk evaluations
  • Mitigation plans
  • Review records
  • Implementation logs

International Transfers

Requirements for transferring personal data outside Ecuador.

Implementation Steps

  • Assess recipient countries
  • Implement safeguards
  • Obtain authorizations
  • Document transfers
  • Monitor compliance

Required Documentation

  • Transfer agreements
  • Adequacy assessments
  • Authorization records
  • Transfer logs
  • Monitoring reports

Enforcement & Penalties

Administrative Sanctions

The Data Protection Authority can impose administrative sanctions for violations of the law.

Penalty Categories

Severe Violations
Up to 1.7% of revenue
For serious breaches of data protection requirements
Processing Violations
Up to 1% of revenue
For unauthorized processing of personal data
Documentation Violations
Up to 0.7% of revenue
For failure to maintain required documentation

Example Cases

Financial Institution
1.5% of revenue
2023 - Unauthorized data sharing with third parties
Telecommunications Company
0.9% of revenue
2022 - Insufficient security measures leading to data breach

Corrective Measures

The Authority can impose various corrective measures beyond monetary penalties.

Penalty Categories

Processing Suspension
Temporary or Permanent
Suspension of data processing activities
Mandatory Changes
Compliance Orders
Required modifications to processing activities
Public Warnings
Public Notice
Publication of violations and warnings

Example Cases

E-commerce Platform
Processing Suspension
2023 - Ordered to cease illegal data collection practices
Healthcare Provider
Compliance Order
2022 - Required to implement additional security measures