Certified Information Privacy Technologist (CIPT) — Question 281

What was the first privacy framework to be developed?

Answer options

• A. OECD Privacy Principles.
• B. Generally Accepted Privacy Principles.
• C. Code of Fair Information Practice Principles (FIPPs).
• D. The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Privacy Framework.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The Code of Fair Information Practice Principles (FIPPs) was the first established privacy framework, focusing on key principles for managing personal data. The OECD Privacy Principles and the APEC Privacy Framework followed later, while Generally Accepted Privacy Principles emerged as a set of best practices rather than a foundational framework.