Legitimate Interest Made Simple – Using Legitimate Interest as a Lawful Basis for Data Processing Under GDPR (C49-I)

This course teaches you how to apply legitimate interest as a lawful basis for processing personal data under GDPR. You’ll gain: Legal Foundations Understand GDPR Article 6(1)(f) and the three-part test Learn how legitimate interest compares to consent and contract Explore EDPB guidance and enforcement trends Legitimate Interest Assessment (LIA) Conduct purpose, necessity, and balancing tests Document risks, safeguards, and mitigation measures Use templates and checklists for consistent evaluation Use Cases & Limitations Apply legitimate interest in marketing, fraud prevention, security, and analytics Identify high-risk scenarios and when consent is preferable Avoid overreach and ensure transparency Governance & Documentation Maintain LIA records and decision logs Align with RoPA, DPIAs, and privacy notices Coordinate with legal, privacy, and business teams Compliance & Risk Alignment Align with GDPR, ISO 27701, DORA, NIS2, and sectoral regulations Support audits, investigations, and supervisory authority engagement Mitigate risks of unlawful processing and reputational harm Strategic Impact Communicate lawful basis decisions to regulators, partners, and customers Embed legitimate interest into product, marketing, and governance workflows Support trust, accountability, and ethical data use