Sensitive Personal Data
"What are sensitive personal data categories under KVKK?"
Quick Answer
Sensitive data includes race, ethnicity, political views, religion, health data, and biometric data. Processing requires explicit consent or legal basis.
Scope and Legal Distinctions
Sensitive data is subject to the specific Article 6 framework, including the amended processing grounds and additional safeguards. Ordinary personal-data consent wording does not resolve every sensitive-data use.
What to Check in Practice
Identify the category, purpose, lawful ground, access and retention, then assess security and overseas transfers separately.
Sources & Authorities
Statutory framework and official guidance for this definition.
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