Republic of Korea: Announced 2024 Personal Information Processing Policy Evaluation Plan

On 12 June 2024, the Korean Personal Information Protection Commission announced the finalisation of the 2024 Personal Information Processing Policy Evaluation Plan. This plan introduces a comprehensive evaluation system for personal information processing policies across various sectors including large technology companies, digital payment providers, online advertising providers, e-commerce platforms, and streaming service providers among others. The evaluation focuses on the adequacy, readability, and accessibility of these policies, targeting 49 companies and institutions across seven key areas. This initiative aims to enhance transparency and accountability in personal information processing, encouraging self-improvement among data controllers and contributing to the protection of information subjects' rights.