After Brexit, the UK adopted its own version of GDPR. For most organizations, the rules look similar, but there are differences you should not ignore.
UK GDPR Basics
UK GDPR mirrors EU GDPR in structure and many obligations, including lawful bases, data subject rights, and security requirements.
Regulator Guidance
The UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) issues guidance that can differ in tone or detail from EU authorities.
International Data Transfers
Transfers between the UK and EU still depend on adequacy decisions. For transfers to other regions, you may need UK-specific transfer tools.
Documentation and Notices
Review privacy notices to ensure they reference the correct legal framework and contact details for UK users.
Practical Checklist
Confirm your transfer mechanisms, update policy language, and ensure you can respond to UK data subject requests within deadlines.
Bottom Line
UK GDPR compliance is not hard if you already follow EU GDPR, but you must account for the UK-specific governance details.