Certified Information Privacy Professional – Europe (CIPP/E) — Question 235

Which of the following type of "natural person" is NOT exempt from the material scope of the GDPR. Insofar as the processing of personal data is concerned?

Answer options

• A. A natural person in the course of a large-scale but purely personal or household activity.
• B. A natural person processing data for a small-scale, purely personal or household activity.
• C. A natural person in the course of processing purely personal or household data on behalf of a spouse who is beyond the age of majority.
• D. A natural person in the course of an activity conducted purely for a personally-owned sole proprietorship.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because the GDPR applies to personal data processing that is not strictly personal or household-related, such as activities linked to a sole proprietorship. Options A, B, and C describe scenarios that fall under personal or household activities, which are exempt from GDPR's material scope.