French Data Protection Authority (CNIL)

The French Data Protection Authority, known as CNIL (Commission Nationale de l'Informatique et des Libertés), is an independent organization that oversees how personal data is collected, stored, and used in France. Its role is to protect individuals’ privacy rights by ensuring organizations comply with data protection laws, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). CNIL investigates data breaches, provides guidance on data security, and can impose penalties for violations. Essentially, it acts as a guardian for personal information, making sure it’s handled responsibly and ethically.