Privacy Does Matters - Blog #Privacy CertificationPrivacy Does Matters - Blog #Privacy Certificationhttps://www.privacydoesmatter.com/blogs/tag/privacy-certificationMon, 11 Aug 2025 14:51:33 -0700http://zoho.com/sites/<![CDATA[Free Data Privacy Certification]]>https://www.privacydoesmatter.com/blogs/post/free-data-privacy-certificationThere are FREE resources available to enhance and test your knowledge in Data Privacy Domain. I am giving here the list of few Certifications where yo ]]>

Upgrade your CV and Skills with FREE Data Privacy Certifications

There are FREE resources available to enhance and test your knowledge in Data Privacy Domain. I am giving here the list of few Certifications where you need not to pay any fees to achieve these certifications.

1. General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) by Alison–This free online General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) course will teach you everything you need to know about European data protection regulations.

2. Data Protection Officer Training by Alison–This data protection course takes an in-depth look at the basic skills and information you need to become a trained data protection officer who safeguards the information stored by organizations.     

3- Introduction of Data Privacy (GDPR, CCPA, CPPA, PDPB) Self Learning Course by Infosec Train – This InfosecTrain course equips you with the necessary skills to implement and manage numerous data privacy frameworks such as GDPR, CCPA, CPPA, and PDPB. 

4- PrivacyOps by Securiti.ai – The PrivacyOps Certification program  is an introductory course on global privacy requirements and PrivacyOps methodology and how to use PrivacyOps technology to meet these requirements. 

5- Tech Risk & Compliance Professional by Onetrust – This is a combination of multiple Certifications which helps you to get hands-on experience with IT & Security Risk Management, Enterprise Policy Management, Incident Management, and Audit Management and using OneTrust Tools.

6- Data Privacy Fundamentals  by Northeastern University – This course is designed to introduce data privacy to a wide audience and help each participant see how data privacy has evolved as a compelling concern to public and private organizations as well as individuals.

7- Data Protection and Data Security by NCFE – The purpose of this qualification is to allow learners to demonstrate an understanding of data protection and data security. Data protection compliance is an essential legal requirement for all organisations. Since the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) came into force in May 2018, it is more vital than ever that anyone who works with personal data understands the laws and acts in compliance.

8. Understand current data regulation & best practices - The purpose of this free online course is to allow learners to demonstrate a an essential understanding of data protection and data security.

]]>Mon, 13 Jan 2025 19:16:14 +0000<![CDATA[Data Privacy Certifications]]>https://www.privacydoesmatter.com/blogs/post/data-privacy-certificationsPrivacy professionals who understand data protection best practices and regulation compliance are often in high demand. In this article, we discuss th ]]>

Top Data Privacy Certifications to Boost Your Career

Privacy professionals who understand data protection best practices and regulation compliance are often in high demand. In this article, we discuss the importance and benefits of Data Privacy Certifications you can consider earning to advance your career.

Companies seek to comply with privacy legislations and standards because protecting Personal Information encourages new consumers or clients to conduct business with organizations that have a qualified workforce and data privacy professionals.  This also enhances their credibility and guarantees the legal and ethical usage of customer data. 

Who should do Privacy Certifications: Existing privacy professionals, fresh law graduates, engineers or whoever wants to enhance his/her knowledge and to showcase their skills in their CV. Privacy Certifications always helps to boost your career prospect. 


The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that the demand for Data Privacy Professionals and information security analysts may grow by 33% from 2020 to 2030. This is faster than the average growth rate for all other occupations. Companies may seek more professionals in the field of data protection to help them manage and prevent cyber attacks.


I would like to divide all the Data Privacy Certifications in 2 categories :

1. Free Data Privacy Certifications - means to do these Certifications you need to study the given study material and then complete the assessment. The certification body will provide you an online certificate based on your performance.

2. Paid Data Privacy Certifications- You might have to pay the fees for some or all of the following items for the certification to the certification body:

    • membership
    • study material
    • training
    • examination
    • certification maintenance 
]]>Sun, 01 Dec 2024 04:50:00 +0000<![CDATA[Paid Privacy Certificates]]>https://www.privacydoesmatter.com/blogs/post/all-paid-privacy-certificatesPrivacy certifications or compliance standards often relate to specific regulations, such as the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation ( ]]>

Privacy certifications or compliance standards often relate to specific regulations, such as the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), U.S. privacy laws and regulations, Canadian information privacy laws etc. Organizations can achieve compliance with these regulations by implementing the required privacy practices and safeguards, and to demonstrate their compliance with the privacy regulations they need the SME in those regulations and that can be you.

Keep in mind that the privacy landscape is continually evolving, and it's crucial to stay up to date with the latest regulations and best practices in your jurisdiction. To show your capabilities towards privacy you need to take a globally recognized certification.

If you're interested in privacy certifications, you should look into the specific privacy regulations that apply to your situation. Following organizations offer privacy-related certifications but you need to pay membership and/or Examination Fees to give the exam and also then keep the certifications up to date.

1.  The most reputed and well accepted certifications in Privacy word are managed by International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP). Followings are their Certifications: 


2. Data Security Council of India (DSCI)  is a not-for-profit, industry body on data protection in India, setup by NASSCOM, committed to making the cyberspace safe, secure and trusted by establishing best practices, standards and initiatives in cyber security and privacy. DSCI offers some good certificate to show your competency towards the Indian Privacy law’s like 


These certifications demonstrate a strong understanding of privacy principles and can be beneficial for professionals in the privacy field.

You may want to learn about the privacy certifications which are available free of cost, visit our blog "Free Data Privacy Certification"

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]]>Sat, 28 Jan 2023 18:31:01 +0000<![CDATA[Tips for Strong Password - Dos and Don'ts]]>https://www.privacydoesmatter.com/blogs/post/tips-for-strong-password-dos-and-don-tsIn todays digital world security and privacy beaches are on the rise, password is your first line of defense. It is essential to keep your password st ]]>

Best Practices to Secure Your Password

In todays digital world security and privacy beaches are on the rise, password is your first line of defense. It is essential to keep your password strong.

 

Following are some Dos and Don’t , which might help you in Password Management and minimize the risk of your data leing compromised.

 

Do

  • Do create complex and unique passwords for every account.
  • Do use two-factor authentication (2FA) as an extra layer of security.
  • Do make your passwords at least 8 characters long. Try for a minimum of 12-15 characters.
  • Use a combination of upper and lower case alphabets, numbers and special characters.
  • If you must store passwords somewhere else, know the risks.
  • Always logout after you are done.
  • Avoid Autosave

 

 

Don’t

  • Don’t use the most popular password  “password,” or any combination of it. “P@ssword!”, “P@55w0rd”
  • Don’t use personal information of your family members including you, like name, birth date, anniversary date pincode etc.
  • Don’t use passwords as small,  single word like king, morning, vegetable.
  • Don’t place special characters (@, !, 0, etc.) only at the beginning or the end.
  • Don’t share your passwords with anyone else.
  • Don’t keep one single password for all your accounts.
  • Don’t write your password on paper or write the ATM pin behind the ATM card..
  • Don’t use common keyboard patterns like qwertyui, or obvious patterns like 111111, abcd1234 or 09876543.
  • Don’t reuse the same password.

 

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