Essential Tools for Data Privacy Week Awareness

How Data Privacy Week Began

Every year at the end of January, organizations around the world recognize Data Privacy Week, anchored by Data Privacy Day on January 28. The observance began in 2007 as Data Protection Day, established by the Council of Europe to commemorate the signing of Convention 108, the first legally binding international treaty focused on data protection and privacy.

In the United States and Canada, the initiative was later championed by the National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCA) and expanded into Data Privacy Week to encourage broader awareness and action.

Data Privacy Week is more than a calendar event; it’s a reminder that personal data is one of the most valuable assets in today’s digital world. As organizations collect, store, and share increasing amounts of information, the responsibility to protect that data has never been greater.

The week serves as an opportunity to educate individuals and businesses about privacy best practices, strengthen data protection programs, and promote transparency and trust in how information is handled.

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Data Privacy Resources

We’ve compiled resources you can share with your staff to support stronger data privacy practices.

Data Privacy Best Practices Guide & Checklist
Are you staying up to date on data privacy best practices? Our guide and checklist are designed to enhance your understanding of data privacy and actionable steps you should take to protect it.

Data Privacy Week: Best Practices to Follow
We’ve outlined best practices and tips for businesses and individuals to implement during Data Privacy Week and all year long.

Data Privacy Training Course
Our Data Privacy Training course reviews data privacy regulations, best practices, and internal policies, aimed at ensuring employees understand how to handle sensitive information and prevent breaches.

6 Key Reasons Data Privacy Training Is Crucial
Learn six reasons why training staff on data privacy best practices is a necessity. Explore our Data Privacy Awareness course!

7 Common FERPA Violations to Avoid
Learn the seven most common FERPA violations and how to prevent them. Protect student data, avoid compliance risks, and strengthen campus privacy practices.

12 Mobile App Security Tips to Protect Your Data
Exercise caution before you download any mobile app. Check out our 12 mobile app security tips to keep your data protected!

How to Improve Security on Your Mobile Device
Access helpful tips for improving the security of your mobile device with this infographic. Download, save, or print this handy reference with information you can use for maintaining the security of your Apple or Android mobile devices.

Protecting Your Data Privacy
Knowing how your data is being used and actively engaging in the following steps will help protect your data privacy.

Considerations for Building a Privacy Program
While data privacy, data security, and data compliance most definitely overlap, they are not all the same. Read our considerations.

How Hackers Use Social Media Against You
Learn how hackers exploit social media and how to protect yourself and your organization from social engineering tactics.

Data Privacy vs. Data Security
Understand the distinction between data privacy and data security and what elements should be included to build a strong, well‑rounded privacy program.

HIPAA: Common Violations and How to Prevent Them
HIPAA compliance focuses on safeguarding patients’ protected health information and minimizing breach risk. Learn the most frequent causes of violations and practical steps your team can take to prevent them.

Working Remotely: Six Ways to Protect Your Data
Remote staff face heightened risks of cyberattacks and accidental exposure of organizational data. Review practical strategies and best practices to keep your information secure while working off‑site.

GDPR: Updating Your Privacy Notice
The GDPR outlines clear requirements for privacy notices and obtaining consent for data collection. Discover what your privacy notice must include to meet regulatory expectations.