Austrian Data Protection Authority

The Austrian Data Protection Authority (DSB) is an independent government body responsible for ensuring organizations follow data privacy laws in Austria. It oversees how personal information—like names, addresses, or online activity—is collected, stored, and used. The DSB investigates complaints, enforces compliance, and provides guidance to protect individuals’ privacy rights. Its role is to balance data use for legitimate purposes with safeguarding personal freedoms, ensuring transparency and accountability in data processing by businesses, public authorities, and other entities.