

The CNIL (Commission Nationale de l'Informatique et des Libertés) is the French data protection authority, responsible for ensuring the protection of personal data and privacy in France. Established in 1978, the CNIL oversees the application of data protection laws, offers guidance to individuals and organizations, and handles complaints related to data privacy. It also plays a pivotal role in educating the public and businesses about data protection and enforcing compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).