Data Privacy Day

Data Privacy Day is an annual event dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of protecting personal information and promoting best practices in data privacy. Observed on January 28, it encourages individuals and organizations to reflect on their data privacy policies and practices.

Quick Facts

When is it?: January 28
Tagged as: Data Privacy Day (also known as Data Protection Day in Europe)
What’s the hashtag?: #DataPrivacyDay
When was it founded?: 2007
Who founded it?: The Council of Europe initiated the observance.

History

Data Privacy Day originated from the Council of Europe’s efforts to promote data protection and privacy rights. It commemorates the signing of Convention 108 on January 28, 1981, which was the first binding international treaty focused on privacy and data protection. The observance was first celebrated in Europe and later expanded to North America in 2008.

Timeline

1981: Signing of Convention 108 for data protection.
2006: The Council of Europe designates January 28 as Data Protection Day.
2007: Data Privacy Day is first observed in the United States and Canada.
2009: The U.S. Congress officially recognizes January 28 as National Data Privacy Day.
2011: The National Cyber Security Alliance takes leadership of Data Privacy Day initiatives.
2020: Increasing focus on consumer education regarding data privacy amidst rising data breaches.

Dates by Next Year

Year	Month and Date	Day
2025	January 28	Tuesday
2026	January 28	Wednesday
2027	January 28	Thursday
2028	January 28	Friday
2029	January 28	Sunday
2030	January 28	Monday

Observed

Data Privacy Day is recognized globally, with events organized by various stakeholders, including governments, educational institutions, and businesses. These events aim to educate the public about data privacy issues and encourage best practices for safeguarding personal information.

Fun Facts About

Data Privacy Day is celebrated in over 47 countries worldwide.
The theme often changes annually, focusing on different aspects of data privacy.
It serves as a reminder for both individuals and organizations to review their data protection practices.

Quiz

Test your knowledge about data privacy with a fun quiz! Questions may include:

What is a cookie?
How often should you back up your data?
Which measures help protect personal information?

(Answers can be found through various online quiz platforms.)

FAQs

What is data privacy?
Data privacy refers to the proper handling, processing, storage, and usage of personal information.

Why is it important?
It helps protect against identity theft, financial fraud, and unauthorized access to personal information.

What is the purpose of Data Privacy Day?
Data Privacy Day aims to raise awareness about the importance of protecting personal information and to promote best practices in data privacy.

How can I participate?
You can participate by attending local events, sharing information about data privacy on social media, or reviewing your own data protection practices.