Effective Date: 24th June 2025

Welcome to the official website of the Data Protection Commission of Ghana (DPC) – https://www.dataprotection.org.gh. These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of this website and any materials, content, services, or features made available through it.

By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please refrain from using the site.

1. About the Data Protection Commission

The Data Protection Commission is the statutory body mandated to oversee the implementation of the Data Protection Act, 2012 (Act 843). Our role is to protect the privacy rights of individuals and ensure that personal data is processed fairly and lawfully in Ghana.

2. Use of Website

  • This website is intended for informational, educational, and regulatory purposes.

  • You may access and download information for personal or institutional use, but commercial exploitation without prior written consent from the Commission is prohibited.

  • You are expected to use the site responsibly and lawfully, without causing harm, disruption, or infringing upon any rights.

3. Intellectual Property

  • All content on this website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, documents, video, icons, and images, are the property of the Data Protection Commission unless otherwise stated.

  • These materials are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

  • Reproduction, distribution, or modification of the website’s content is not permitted without express written permission from the Commission.

4. Accuracy of Information

While the Commission strives to provide accurate and up-to-date information:

  • We do not warrant that all information is complete, accurate, or current at all times.

  • We may update, revise, or remove content without prior notice.

  • Users are encouraged to consult the Commission directly for formal guidance.

5. External Links

  • This website may include links to third-party websites for convenience or additional resources.

  • The Commission does not endorse, control, or take responsibility for the content, accuracy, or availability of external sites.

  • Users access such websites at their own risk.

6. User-Generated Content

Where applicable (e.g., feedback, complaints, or forms):

  • Users must not submit content that is unlawful, defamatory, obscene or infringes upon third-party rights.

  • By submitting information to the Commission, you grant us permission to use that content as part of our regulatory functions.

7. Privacy and Data Protection

  • Your privacy is important to us. Our data collection, use, and retention practices are governed by our Privacy Notice, which aligns with the Data Protection Act 2012 (Act 843).

  • By using this website, you agree to the terms of our Privacy Notice.

8. Cookies

This website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience. By continuing to use this website, you consent to our use of cookies as detailed in our Cookie Policy.

9. Limitation of Liability

  • The Commission shall not be held liable for any loss, damage, or inconvenience caused as a result of reliance on any information published on this site.

  • We do not guarantee uninterrupted access or error-free functionality of the website.

10. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to amend these Terms at any time. Updated versions will be posted on this page, and continued use of the website indicates acceptance of the revised terms.

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Ghana.

12. Contact Information

For queries regarding these Terms or any aspect of the website, please contact:

Data Protection Commission
Paw Paw Street, East Legon, Accra, Ghana
📧 info@dataprotection.org.gh
📞 +233 256 301 533