International Principles on the Application of Human Rights to Communications Surveillance

The International Principles on the Application of Human Rights to Communications Surveillance outline rules to ensure privacy and freedom of expression are protected when authorities monitor digital communications. They emphasize that any surveillance must be lawful, necessary, proportionate, and subject to oversight. These principles aim to prevent abuse, uphold human rights, and ensure transparency, so individuals’ rights are respected even when governments or entities access personal information through surveillance tools. In essence, they set standards for balancing security needs with fundamental rights in the digital age.