The Privacy Shield Framework

The Privacy Shield Framework was an agreement that allowed companies to legally transfer personal data between the European Union (EU) and the United States while ensuring the data was protected according to EU standards. It established clear rules for data privacy, security, and accountability, requiring U.S. companies to safeguard personal information and provide individuals with rights to access and control their data. However, in 2020, the EU-US Privacy Shield was invalidated by the European Court of Justice, citing concerns over U.S. surveillance practices and insufficient privacy protections, leading companies to rely on other legal mechanisms for data transfers.