explicit consent

Explicit consent means giving clear and intentional agreement to something happening, usually after being informed of what it involves. It requires a conscious decision, often through a direct communication such as signing a form or saying "yes." In contexts like data privacy or medical treatment, it ensures that the person understands what they are agreeing to and has freely chosen to proceed. This type of consent protects individual autonomy by confirming that participation is voluntary and informed, rather than assumed or implied.