The protection of natural persons in relation to the processing of personal data is a fundamental right. Article 8(1) of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union and Article 16(1) of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU) provide that everyone has the right to the protection of personal data concerning him or her.

In addition, Article 15 of the Constitution of the Republic of Cyprus, ensures that every person has the right to have his or her private and family life respected.
The Cyprus Police respects and implements the provisions of the relevant legislation on the protection of personal data.