The UK’s independent authority set up to uphold information rights in the public interest, promoting openness by public bodies and data privacy for individuals.

Data protection and coronavirus information hub

Our information hub will help individuals and organisations navigate data protection during the coronavirus pandemic. 

We will continue to add new and relevant information. 

The ICO is here to help, if you cannot find the answer to your query here, call us on 0303 123 1113.

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Looking after your customers’ personal data when you are required to complete COVID status checks – Advice for organisations

This guidance is for organisations required to conduct COVID-19 status checks. You should check government guidance to determine whether your organisation is required to conduct checks.

I have concerns about how my data is being used

Advice for individuals about how and when organisations can use your data during the coronavirus pandemic and how to keep your data safe

Guidance for students on accessing information about exam results

Your data rights when requesting information about you and your performance during the coronavirus pandemic.

Contact tracing and coronavirus – your data rights

Your data rights when sharing information for contact tracing purposes and government apps.

Data protection and coronavirus – what are your information rights?

If you’re considering going back to work or visiting places, it’s important you know what your data protection rights are when it comes to your personal information.

Data protection and coronavirus – sharing personal data when necessary

What if I become seriously unwell and I need somebody to access information about me?

Stay one step ahead of the scammers

Read our Your data matters blog on scams during the coronavirus outbreak.

I have concerns about using other people's data

Advice for community groups, business owners and organisations that are using people's data during the coronavirus pandemic