German Telecommunications and Telemedia Data Protection Law (TTDSG)
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The Telecommunications and Telemedia Data Protection Act (TTDSG) consolidates privacy rules for electronic communications and online services in Germany, implementing parts of the EU ePrivacy Directive.
Key Facts
- Effective since December 1, 2021
- Enforced by Federal Network Agency (BNetzA)
- Specific focus on cookies and tracking technologies
Key Principles
Communications Secrecy
Protection of the confidentiality of telecommunications and electronic communications.
Requirements
- Ensure communications privacy
- Implement security measures
- Control access rights
- Monitor compliance
- Handle breaches
Examples
- Encryption protocols
- Access control systems
- Monitoring tools
- Breach procedures
Consent Requirements
Specific rules for obtaining and managing user consent for cookies and tracking.
Requirements
- Clear consent mechanisms
- Granular choices
- Easy withdrawal
- Documentation
- Regular reviews
Examples
- Cookie banners
- Preference centers
- Consent records
- Audit logs
End-User Privacy
Protection of end-user devices and stored information.
Requirements
- Protect stored data
- Control device access
- Implement safeguards
- User transparency
- Regular assessments
Examples
- Device protection measures
- Access controls
- Privacy notices
- Security protocols
Compliance Requirements
Communications Privacy
Protection of privacy in telecommunications and electronic communications.
Implementation Steps
- Implement security measures
- Protect communications secrecy
- Control access rights
- Monitor systems
- Handle breaches
Required Documentation
- Security policies
- Access control logs
- Monitoring records
- Breach procedures
- Audit trails
End-User Equipment Protection
Requirements for accessing or storing information on end-user devices.
Implementation Steps
- Assess necessity
- Obtain user consent
- Implement safeguards
- Document access
- Regular audits
Required Documentation
- Technical assessments
- Consent records
- Security measures
- Access logs
- Audit reports
Enforcement & Penalties
Administrative Fines
The Federal Network Agency (BNetzA) can impose significant administrative fines for TTDSG violations.
Penalty Categories
Example Cases
Additional Measures
Authorities can impose various corrective measures beyond monetary penalties.