Germany: Hamburg Commissioner for Data Protection published guidelines on European Data Act

On 29 April 2025, the Hamburg Commissioner for Data Protection (HmbBfDI) published guidelines clarifying the provisions and obligations under the European Data Act. The guidelines outline the regulatory framework for data access and use across various sectors in Germany, with a focus on the management of non-personal data. It sets out the responsibilities of entities handling such data and explains the mechanisms for facilitating access rights and ensuring compliance. The guidelines also note the Data Act’s objective of reducing exclusive control over data in the Internet of Things by enabling both private and commercial users to access and share data generated by connected devices.