Legitimate Interest Assessment Questionnaire
Systematically evaluate whether your data processing activity is justified, necessary, and balanced against the rights of individuals.
Assessment Details
Provide basic information about this legitimate interest assessment.
Processing Activity Title
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Department or Team Responsible
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Assessor's Full Name
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First Name
Last Name
Date of Assessment
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Month
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Day
Year
2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year
Date
Describe the purpose of the data processing activity.
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What are the intended benefits to the organization or third parties?
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Necessity and Proportionality Assessment
Evaluate whether the data processing is necessary and whether less intrusive alternatives exist.
Is the processing of personal data necessary to achieve the stated purpose?
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Yes
No
Are there less intrusive alternatives to achieve the same purpose?
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No, this is the least intrusive method
Yes, but alternatives are not feasible
Yes, alternatives are available and should be used
Assessment of Impact and Safeguards
Consider the potential impact on individuals and the safeguards in place.
Rate the potential impact on individuals' privacy.
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Minimal impact
1
2
3
4
Severe impact
5
1 is Minimal impact, 5 is Severe impact
What safeguards or mitigation measures are in place to protect individuals?
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Balancing Test Table
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Rows
Potential Risk to Individuals
Importance of Organizational Benefit
Low
1
2
Medium
3
4
High
5
6
Overall Assessment Outcome
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Proceed with processing as planned
Proceed with modifications or additional safeguards
Do not proceed with processing
Additional Comments or Recommendations
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