Every time I book a holiday, write something on social media, search for more information online, open a bank account or buy a train ticket online, I’m handing over key pieces of personal information.In the EU, the protection of my personal data is a fundamental right. My personal information must be handled with care and responsibility. Organisations are required to collect data properly and for a specific purpose; the information they collect should be limited to what is necessary and must not be kept any longer than needed. My personal data must also be protected against loss, destruction, or theft, and it’s up to the organisation to ensure that this is the case.