Personal Data refers to any information that relates to a natural person who is either identified or can be identified, directly or indirectly. This includes data such as an individual’s name, age, residential address, income level, marital status, educational background, or employment details, whether considered individually or in combination. It is important to note that the definition applies solely to natural persons; legal persons or organizations do not possess personal data under DIFC law.
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