Data Protection Laws of the World Handbook: Second Edition - Switzerland

LAW

The processing of personal data is mainly regulated by the Federal Act on Data Protection of 19 June 1992 ("DPA") and its ordinances, i.e. the Ordinance to the Federal Act on Data Protection ("DPO") and the Ordinance on Data Protection Certification ("ODPC").

In addition, the processing of personal data is further restricted by provisions in other laws, mainly with regard to the public sector and regulated markets.

DEFINITION OF PERSONAL DATA

Personal data means all information relating to an identified or identifiable natural or legal person.

DEFINITION OF SENSITIVE PERSONAL DATA

Sensitive personal data is defined as data on:

• religious, ideological, political or trade union related views or activities;