Definition
The EU GDPR is the EU's data protection regulation, directly applicable in all member states including Ireland. National laws such as the Irish Data Protection Act 2018 supplement it.
Compliance & Law
EU GDPR
The EU General Data Protection Regulation (Regulation 2016/679) has been in force since 25 May 2018. It applies across the EU and to companies processing personal data of EU data subjects, including Irish employers.
Employee Data
Article 88 GDPR allows member states to set more specific rules for employee data. Ireland operates under the Data Protection Act 2018. The Data Protection Commission (DPC) oversees enforcement and issues guidance on workplace surveillance.
Practical Requirements
Clear lawful basis, DPA under Article 28, technical and organisational measures (TOM), purpose limitation, retention rules, breach notification within 72 hours, transparent monitoring policy. teamly hosts in the EU and ships a ready-to-sign standard DPA.
Related terms
More definitions from the teamly knowledge hub.
Compliance & LawUK GDPRThe UK GDPR is the UK's post-Brexit version of the EU General Data Protection Regulation. It applies alongside the Data Protection Act 2018 and is enforced by the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).Security & TechData ResidencyData residency describes the geographic location where personal data is stored and processed. For UK and Irish employers under UK GDPR and EU GDPR, where vendor data sits has a direct impact on compliance complexity.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about EU GDPR
What HR leads, IT managers and compliance officers ask most often.
Can I use a US-based employee app vendor under EU GDPR?
Yes, but it requires Standard Contractual Clauses (SCC), a Transfer Impact Assessment (TIA) and supplementary technical measures. Structurally cleaner to use an EU-hosted vendor. teamly hosts exclusively in Germany.
Is the Irish DPC strict on employee monitoring?
The DPC has issued detailed guidance and fined several employers. Transparency, proportionality and a clear lawful basis are non-negotiable. teamly is built to operate within these constraints.
Considering an employee app?
teamly is the European employee app for mid-market companies. Go-live in 3 to 6 months, your own branded app, UK and EU GDPR compliant.