How not to end up in a legal dispute over your smart doorbell
The IndependentSign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The court did recognise that home security could be a legitimate purpose for collection of data that would otherwise breach a neighbour’s right to privacy Where do smart doorbells fit in? But it’s well established that home surveillance systems, including CCTV and smart doorbells, are subject to UK data protection legislation. open image in gallery Smart doorbells have raised concerns over neighbours’ privacy The court did recognise that home security could be a legitimate purpose for collection of data that would otherwise breach a neighbour’s right to privacy, if the collection was reasonable and proportionate for that purpose. Some tips If you’re considering installing a home surveillance system, such as a smart doorbell, you should: identify a clear and justified purpose for your use of CCTV, such as home security; when purchasing a system, consider the scope of data it can capture, whether this is reasonable for your intended purpose, and if the system can be tailored to protect other people’s privacy rights.
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