South Korea - PIPA & PIPA-ED

PIPA & PIPA-ED

South Korea
Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) and its Enforcement Decree (PIPA-ED)

Meet the rigorous standards of South Korea’s regulation.
👉 PIPA and PIPA-ED are stringent privacy laws and PIPA includes criminal penalties for non-compliance.

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Key Requirements

• Legal basis for processing
• Appointment of a Chief Privacy Officer (CPO) under certain conditions
• Appointment of a Domestic Agent in South Korea under certain conditions for foreign business operators
• Data Subjects Rights
• Regular internal audits and data breach reporting obligations

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How MyData-TRUST Can Support You

• Domestic Agent
• Support for CPO duties
• PIPA-compliant procedures and documentation

Why Compliance Matters for Life Sciences

• ⚖️ Required for organizations processing Korean health data
• 🔬 Critical for study transparency and public trust
• 🔒 Avoids liability and reputational damage
• 🌐 Facilitates data exchange with global partners

Why Choose MyData-TRUST?

• ✅ Experience with APAC privacy framework
• 🔬 Life Sciences data protection expertise
• 🔐 Risk-managed compliance approach

Frequently asked questions

Do we need a CPO in Korea?

Yes—organizations subject to PIPA must designate a Chief Privacy Officer to oversee compliance. We can provide CPO-as-a-Service and build your operating procedures.

Is consent always required for overseas transfers?

Consent is commonly used, but there are exceptions (e.g., necessary for contract performance). We determine the best lawful mechanism and ensure required disclosures about foreign recipients.

How does PIPA handle pseudonymized data for research?

Pseudonymized data may be used for certain research/statistics under.

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