How can companies handle subject access requests under the GDPR?

Under the GDPR, companies in Maryland must take appropriate measures to handle subject access requests made by individuals. A subject access request is a request made by an individual to access any personal data that a company holds about them. The company must respond to the subject access request without undue delay and within one month at most. A company can extend the response time by a further two months if the request is complex. The company must inform the individual including the reasons for the extension within one month of receiving the request. The company must also provide the individual with access to the personal data in a clear, concise, intelligible, and easily accessible form, and must also give them a copy of it in an electronic form, free of charge. They must also provide the individual with information regarding the source of the personal data, what the data is being used for, how long it will be stored for, what rights the individual has, and if applicable, any third parties that the data will be shared with. The company must also provide any additional information necessary to ensure that the personal data is being processed lawfully. Companies must also delete or rectify any personal data that is incorrect. Companies must also provide the individual with an explanation of any decision taken based solely on automated processing.

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