Articles 13 and 14 of the GDPR provide details on the obligation of data controllers to inform data subjects when collecting personal dat a. However…

According to Article 14 of the GDPR, the data controller must provide the data subject with certain

information when collecting personal data from a source other than the data subject1. However,

there are some exceptions to this obligation, such as when the data subject already has the

information, or when the provision of such information proves impossible or would involve a

disproportionate effort2. The latter exception may apply, for example, when the personal data are

collected from a large number of sources, or when the personal data are processed for archiving

purposes in the public interest, scientific or historical research purposes or statistical purposes3. The

data controller must take appropriate measures to protect the data subject’s rights and interests, and

make the information publicly available2. Reference: 1: Art. 14 GDPR – Information to be provided

where personal data have not been obtained from the data subject2: Article 14(5)(b) of the GDPR3:

Recital 62 of the GDPR.