What is a data subject access request?

A data subject access request is a legal right granted to individuals in Washington under data security law. It is the right for a person to request access to information a company has stored about them. This includes the right to view personal data an organization holds on them and the right to request copies of that information. This includes the right to know why the data is being collected, how the data is being used, and who has access to it. Individuals have the right to dispute the accuracy of the information held and have it corrected or deleted. They also have the right to request a restriction on the processing of their personal data. Finally, individuals have the right to request their data in a format that is accessible and easily transferable to another organization, as well as the right to lodge a complaint with the proper authorities. Data subject access requests should be responded to within a certain period of time (usually one month), and organizations must provide the requested information free of charge.

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