CevroEcuador: Organic Law on Personal Data Protection (2021) and what it requires
Organic Law on Personal Data Protection (2021): a law that is enacted or being phased in, with enforcement practice still maturing. Overseen by Dedicated data protection authority.
Key requirements at a glance
| Registration with the regulator | Not required |
|---|---|
| Data protection officer | Not required |
| Breach notification | No fixed hourly deadline in our reference |
| Cross-border transfer restrictions | Required |
| Data localization | Not required |
Penalties and enforcement
Administrative penalties under the Law.
What to know in practice
A relatively recent, comprehensive law establishing rights, principles, and a dedicated data protection authority.
How Cevro helps
- Maps Organic Law on Personal Data Protection (2021) to the rest of your compliance program, so evidence collected for SOC 2 or ISO 27001 also counts here where it overlaps.
- Gives every failing control a specific fix and a way to re-check it.
Frequently asked questions
Who regulates data protection in Ecuador?
Dedicated data protection authority oversees Organic Law on Personal Data Protection (2021).
Is breach notification mandatory under Organic Law on Personal Data Protection (2021)?
Our reference does not record a fixed hourly deadline for Organic Law on Personal Data Protection (2021). Check the statute and Dedicated data protection authority guidance for the notification timing that applies to you.
Does Ecuador restrict cross-border data transfers?
Yes. Moving personal data out of Ecuador is restricted, so confirm a lawful transfer basis before data leaves the jurisdiction.
Do you need a data protection officer under Organic Law on Personal Data Protection (2021)?
It is not a general requirement in our reference, though naming an accountable person is still good practice.
What are the penalties for non-compliance in Ecuador?
Administrative penalties under the Law.