Swiss Data Protection: Almost Two Years In – What Have We Learned?

It's been almost two years since the revised Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) came into force on September 1, 2023—a major milestone for privacy in Switzerland. In this article series, we take a practical look back at the key takeaways from the law and its implementation so far.

We'll be publishing a new article every 3 to 4 days, each one highlighting the key points on the following topics:

1. What privacy laws govern data protection in Switzerland?
2. What counts as personal data under the FADP?
3. What is the cornerstone of personal data processing in Switzerland?
4. Does the FADP require a legal basis for data processing?
5. Must processing activities be recorded internally?