GDPR for Divorced Parents: What You Need to Know About Children's Online Data

Bucharest, Romania – In a recent podcast episode, a GDPR specialist shed light on the critical implications of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for divorced parents, particularly concerning the online presence of their children. The expert emphasized that children are not the exclusive property of one parent, and therefore, both parents must provide explicit consent before any images or personal data of their child are published on social media platforms. The discussion highlighted a common misconception that if a parent is physically present with their child, they are free to post photos without consulting the other parent. The specialist clarified that this is not the case, stating, "If the other parent requests a post featuring our child to be deleted from Facebook, I must delete it." This underscores the legal requirement for mutual consent in co-parenting arrangements under GDPR. The expert further explained that if such consent is not obtained, content should not be published. If it has been published without consent and the other parent opposes it, immediate removal is necessary. This guidance is crucial for divorced parents navigating the complexities of digital privacy and co-parenting responsibilities in the modern age.