Generating Email Addresses from Public Data is Illegal
Using Companies House data to generate speculative email addresses is illegal under GDPR and PECR. I explain why personal email misuse violates privacy laws.
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GDPR
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a legal framework introduced by the European Union in 2018. It standardises data protection laws and safeguards individuals' privacy by imposing strict requirements on how organisations collect, store, and process personal data. This grants users greater control over their information. Whilst it promotes transparency and accountability, the GDPR has also faced criticism for its complexity and the financial burden it places on smaller businesses striving to ensure compliance.
Below you will find a subset of articles from my blog specifically about GDPR. This is a topic I have worked with for many years, although it has not been one I have written about often. There is one article collected here so far, which you can see and read below.
Generating Email Addresses from Public Data is Illegal.