GDPR vs 152-FZ

Comparing GDPR and 152-FZ: personal data protection requirements

GDPR

European data protection regulation

Pros

  • Clear subject rights
  • High fines = motivation
  • Single EU standard
  • Privacy by design

Cons

  • EU only
  • Complex interpretation
  • High requirements
  • Expensive compliance

Best For

Working with EUEuropean clientsSaaS for EUInternational business

152-FZ

Russian personal data law

Pros

  • Required in Russia
  • Clear requirements
  • Data localization
  • Local regulator

Cons

  • Russia only
  • Data localization
  • Fewer subject rights
  • Bureaucracy

Best For

Business in RussiaWorking with RussiansGovernment clientsBanks and finance

Verdict

In Russia, 152-FZ is required. GDPR is for working with European clients

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