Data Retention Act

The Data Retention Act refers to laws that require organizations, such as telecom providers and internet companies, to retain certain user data for a specified period. This data often includes call logs, internet activity, and other communications. The purpose is to assist law enforcement in investigations and national security. However, these laws also set limits on how long data can be stored and outline protections for user privacy. Essentially, it balances the need for security with privacy rights by regulating what data can be kept and for how long.