European Data Protection Board publishes FAQ document on CJEU judgment C-311/18 (Schrems II)

24 July 2020

European Data Protection Board publishes FAQ document on CJEU judgment C-311/18 (Schrems II)

Following the judgment of the Court of Justice of the European Union in Case C-311/18 - Data Protection Commissioner v Facebook Ireland Ltd and Maximillian Schrems, the EDPB has adopted a ‘Frequently Asked Questions’ document to provide initial clarification and give preliminary guidance to stakeholders on the use of legal instruments for the transfer of personal data to third countries, including the U.S. This document will be developed and complemented, along with further guidance, as the EDPB continues to examine and assess the judgment of the Court. 

The FAQ document on the CJEU judgement C-311/18 can be found here.

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