Collection Limitation Principle

Definition

The Collection Limitation Principle is

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one of the eight Fair Information Practice Principles (FIPPs) developed by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). According to this principle, there should be limits to the collection of personal data, and any such data should be obtained by lawful and fair means and, where appropriate, with the knowledge or consent of the data subject.

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See also

• Accountability Principle
• Data Quality Principle
• Individual Participation Principle
• Openness Principle
• Purpose Specification Principle
• Security Safeguards Principle
• Use Limitation Principle