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Act on Protection of Personal Information amended by Act No. 46 of 2028
Original title: 個人情報の保護に関する法律
- Published
- Source: laws.e-gov.go.jp
- Effective
- Not stated
- Deadline
- Not stated
- Framework: Japan APPI
- Act No. 57 of 2003 (as in force from 1 October 2026) source
Why it matters
The Act on Protection of Personal Information (APPI) has been amended through Act No. 46 of 2028, with enforcement scheduled for December 23, 2028. This amendment updates the framework governing the handling of personal information in Japan. Organizations processing personal data in Japan will need to ensure compliance with the updated requirements under the revised APPI.
Who is affected
Organizations in Japan handling personal information, including businesses, government agencies, and other entities subject to the APPI.
What to do
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