- Jahrgang 6 (2020), Ausgabe 3
- Vol. 6 (2020), Nr. 3
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- Seiten 407 - 421
- pp. 407 - 421
Data Protection or Data Frustration? Individual Perceptions and Attitudes Towards the GDPR
Strengthening individual rights, enhancing control over one’s data and raising awareness were among the main aims the European Commission set for the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). In order to assess whether these aims have been met, research into individual perceptions, awareness, and understanding of the Regulation is necessary. This study thus examines individual reactions to the GDPR in order to provide insights into user agency in relation to the Regulation. More specifically, it discusses empirical data (survey with
Keywords: General Data Protection Regulation, Individual Perceptions, Reactance to Law, User Agency, User Empowerment