Term
Biometric data
Statutory definitionGDPR
‘personal data resulting from specific technical processing relating to the physical, physiological or behavioural characteristics of a natural person, which allow or confirm the unique identification of that natural person, such as facial images or dactyloscopic data.’
Definition from the GDPR. The EHDS Regulation adopts it through Article 2(1). See Article 2.
Where this term is used
GDPR, Articles:4, 9
GDPR, recitals:51, 53, 91
Questions about what this term means for your organisation? Contact Mr. Dr. Vlieger.