BfDI Datenschutz

G7 data protection authorities focus on children and young people - Joint declaration on data protection-friendly age verification online

The G7 Data Protection Authorities Roundtable took place in Paris on June 25 and 26, 2026. The Deputy Federal Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information (BfDI) Andreas Hartl took part for Germany.

Bundestag elects Moritz Hennemann as the successor to Louisa Specht-Riemenschneider

Prof. Dr. Moritz Hennemann was today elected by the German Bundestag as the new Federal Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information (BfDI).

IWGDPT Berlin Group publishes working paper on Extended Reality

IWGDPT Berlin Group publishes working paper on Extended Reality

Digital omnibus falls short when it comes to key data protection issues

In the Brussels debate, BfDI criticizes the fact that the Commission proposal does not adequately address central issues such as data trading, child protection, AI and the responsibility of digital providers.

BfDI calls for federal transparency law

On the occasion of her 8th symposium on freedom of information, the Federal Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information (BfDI), Prof. Dr. Louisa Specht-Riemenschneider, renewed her call for a fundamental further development of freedom of information law.

Freedom of information is a guarantee of trust, not a security risk

BfDI publishes the first nationwide representative survey on freedom of information

New responsibility: BfDI takes over data protection supervision according to the Data Act

With the entry into force of the Data Regulation Application and Enforcement Act (DADG) on May 30, 2026, the BfDI will receive new legal responsibility: It will monitor the application of the so-called “Data Act” (Regulation (EU) 2023/2854) towards business and federal public bodies as far as personal data is concerned.

BfDI invites you to a high-level debate in Brussels

Guidance for AI in medical devices published

Data protection supervision 2025: advise, control, create legal clarity

BfDI presents its 34th activity report

BfDI provides insights into technical data protection work at Girls’ Day

The Federal Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information (BfDI) welcomed girls to Girls’ Day for the third time on April 23, 2026. A total of 17 students in grades 7 to 9 received practical insights into technical aspects of data protection and the work of a data protection supervisory authority.

EDSA launches public consultation on new data protection impact assessment template

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB), with the participation of the BfDI, has developed a template for data protection impact assessments and an associated instruction document. Interested parties can submit feedback until June 9, 2026.

BfDI starts ReguLab tender

The Federal Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information (BfDI), Prof. Dr. Louisa Specht-Riemenschneider announced today that she will step down from her position for health reasons as soon as the successor has been determined.

Federal data protection commissioner announces withdrawal

The Federal Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information (BfDI), Prof. Dr. Louisa Specht-Riemenschneider announced today that she will step down from her position for health reasons as soon as the successor has been determined.

Trilateral pilot project to simulate an AI real laboratory successfully completed

The Federal Network Agency, the Hessian Ministry for Digitalization and Innovation and the Federal Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information have completed their joint pilot project to simulate a real-world AI laboratory.

“What is data protection?”

New free teaching materials for grades 4 to 7

Federal Administrative Court dismisses BfDI's lawsuit

Ruling makes it more difficult for the BND to monitor data protection law

BfDI once again recognized as an innovative supervisory authority

The Federal Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information (BfDI) has been awarded the “Most Innovative Regulator Award” as part of the “European Blockchain Sandbox” for the second time.

Second BfDI think tank on the Data Act

The BfDI exchanged ideas with experts on the interaction between the GDPR and the Data Act.

A day as a data protection officer – BfDI takes part in Girls' Day

For the third time, our authority is offering places at Girls' Day. Girls aged 12 and over can gain insights into our technical areas and tasks on April 23, 2026.

BfDI launches “ReguLab” sandbox: More clarity in data protection

At the beginning of 2026, the new “ReguLab” of the Federal Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information (BfDI) will begin exchanging ideas with potential participants.

Artificial intelligence: think about data protection right from the start

BfDI publishes handout on data protection and AI in authorities

Electronic patient record: Data protection strengthens trust and use

A current survey by the Federal Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information (BfDI) shows: 95 percent of those with statutory health insurance are aware of the electronic patient file (ePA). However, it is currently only being used actively by a few people - particularly younger people under 40 and people with a higher level of education.

G7 data protection authorities continue shared commitment to international data protection

The Deputy Federal Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information (BfDI), Andreas Hartl, took part in a virtual roundtable of the G7 data protection authorities on December 9th and 10th.

Secure. Digital. Rule of law: Police 20/20 and data protection in dialogue.

The Federal Ministry of the Interior (BMI) and the BfDI held a joint information event on the Police 20/20 project.

How 6G mobile communications becomes data protection-friendly

Technology Foresight at the Federal Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information (BfDI)

Majority of users want more control over their data – first cookie manager recognized in Germany

The BfDI has recognized the first service for consent management in accordance with the Consent Management Ordinance (EinwV). This represents an important step towards more user-friendly management of data protection settings. At the same time, the results of a current survey commissioned by the BfDI show that the majority of Internet users would like more control over their data.

Data protection officers demand no from the federal government to chat controls

Do not allow unprovoked mass surveillance through chat control

BfDI launches new data barometer – more evidence for effective data protection

Initial results show that the population has a differentiated view of data protection - an important wake-up call for reform impulses