PORTALJABAR, BANDUNG CITY - Telkom University Informatics lecturer and IT consultant, Sidik Prabowo underlined the importance of protecting personal data in the current digital era.

With more and more cases involving data, protecting personal information is a priority that cannot be ignored.

Sidik explained that many individuals became victims due to negligence in managing their personal data.

According to Article 1 Paragraph 1 of the Personal Data Protection Law (UUPDP), personal data includes that which can identify a person directly or indirectly.

Sidik explained that personal data is divided into two categories, namely general data and specific data.

“General data includes full name, gender, nationality, religion and marital status. "Meanwhile, specific data includes health information, biometric data, genetics, crime records, child data and personal financial data," explained Sidik in the 12th episode of Ngulik," explained Sidik (27/6/2024).

Sidik said that every Indonesian citizen has the right to their personal data, including the right to information, data portability and the right to delete data.

"Meanwhile, agencies that manage personal data, such as Disdukcapil and hospitals, have an obligation to ensure the security and confidentiality of that data," he explained.

Based on Law No. 27 of 2022, Personal Data Protection also stipulates strict prohibitions on individuals and corporations using personal data without permission.

"This violation can be subject to heavy sanctions, including imprisonment of up to five years and a fine of up to IDR 5 billion," he explained.

He warned about various risks related to personal data, such as using data without consent, storing data for longer than the specified time, and selling personal data for marketing purposes.

"The examples of cases in Singapore and Belgium show how serious the consequences of negligence in managing personal data are," he said.

For individuals, Sidik recommends several security measures, such as using strong passwords, enabling two-factor login, and using a VPN.

"Such institutions should be expected to create comprehensive privacy policies and train employees on the importance of protecting personal data," he added.

Regarding how to complain about violations of personal data protection, Sidik explained that the government has given preparation time until October 2024 for the implementation of this regulation.

“Later, there will be an independent body that will handle matters related to personal data. "Meanwhile, individuals can report violations via email to the company or related institution," he explained.

Ngulik this time emphasized that protecting personal data is a shared responsibility between individuals and agencies that manage data.

"By increasing awareness and implementing appropriate security measures, we can protect personal data from misuse and unwanted risks," he concluded. (Diskominfo Bandung City/Fauziah)