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About the Commission

The Data Protection Commission (DPC) is an independent statutory body established under the Data Protection Act, 2012 (Act 843) to protect the privacy of the individuals and personal data by regulating the processing of personal information. The Commission provides for the process to obtain, hold, use or disclose personal information and for other related issues bordering on the protection of personal data.

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What We Do

Our focus is on delivering you the absolute best support, guiding you through training and providing forward-thinking industry solutions.
Registration

All data controllers and processors must register with the Commission to ensure compliance with Ghana’s Data Protection Act.

Training

We offer specialised training to equip individuals and organisations with the knowledge to implement data protection best practices.

Accreditation

Accreditation certifies organisations that meet data protection standards, ensuring trust, compliance, and responsible data handling.

Compliance

The Commission enforces data protection laws through audits, compliance checks, and guidance to ensure legal and ethical practices.

Awareness

We promote public awareness through campaigns and workshops, empowering individuals and businesses to protect personal data.

Documents & Downloads

The Data Protection Act governs privacy and data security in Ghana, outlining rights, responsibilities, and compliance requirements.

Fees and Charges

Clear and transparent service fees for registration, training, audits, and certifications. The Data Protection Commission provides a range of services to individuals, institutions, and organisations in Ghana. Our fees are structured according to the size and type of entity, and align with national compliance regulations under the Data Protection Act, 2012 (Act 843). From registrations and renewals to audits and training programmes, access a full breakdown of our approved charges across all Commission services.

Our Data Protection Principles

These guiding standards ensure that all personal data is collected, used, and stored lawfully, fairly, and securely.

1. Accountability

Demonstration of legal compliance with easily accessible documentary evidence.

2. Lawfulness of Processing

Providing evidence of legitimate grounds, fairness and transparency.

3. Specification of Purpose

Proactively obtaining customer consent for changed or new purposes.

4. Quality of Information (section 26)

Ensuring that data held is continuously accurate, available and up-to-date.

5. Purpose of Collection

Processing personal data for clearly specified purposes only.

6. Openness

Keeping Data Subjects fully informed about their personal data via multiple channels.

7. Data Security Safeguards

Use of appropriate technology and organisational measures.

8. Data Subject Participation

Empowering Data Subjects to exercise their legal rights.